MELANECE
ADDISON
iluvjaybey****@yahoo.c
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Long Beach, CA 90815
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Medely - Certified Nursing Assistant
Orange, CA • 05/2022 - Current
WORK HISTORY
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
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Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding
patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
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Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood
pressure and blood sugar levels.
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Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
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Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering
treatments and evaluating patient needs.
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Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
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Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
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Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
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Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
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Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
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Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
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SKILLS
• Electronic Recordkeeping
• Needs Determination
• Bedsore Prevention
Emotional and Social
Support
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• Nutrition and Diet
• Basic Life Support
Medical Terminology
Knowledge
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Catheter Change and
Preparation
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• Critical Thinking
Dementia and Alzheimer's
Knowledge
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• First Aid
• Telemetry Software
• EMR Systems
• Bathing and Dressing
• Assisting with Daily Living
• Microsoft Office
• Time Management
• CNA Certification
• Microsoft Outlook
• Sterilization Techniques
Bed Making and Linen
Changes
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• Classroom Observation
• Data Entry Software
• Genetic Disorders
Language Skills
Development
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• Microsoft PowerPoint
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA
Associate of Science: Medical
Assisting
EDUCATION
LBUSD - Special Education Instructional Aide
Long Beach, CA • 03/2014 - Current
Cambrian Homecare - Caregiver
Long Beach, CA • 09/2010 - 05/2022
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light
entertainment.
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Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
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Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
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Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
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Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
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Monitored classroom to observe students' progress in developing skills as well as manage distracting or inappropriate behavior.
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Documented behaviors, implemented interventions and treatment results.
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Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
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Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
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Offered student support through special
accommodations, extra assistance and assessments.
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Conducted small group and individual classroom
activities with students based on differentiated learning needs while carrying out IEP goals.
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Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
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• Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor. Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal
preparation and medication reminders.
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Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
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Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
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• Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and
Country Villa Healthcare - Certified Nursing Assistant Long Beach, CA • 06/2007 - 06/2010
completed weekly grocery shopping.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation,
socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
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Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
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• Assisted patients with self-administered medications. Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
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Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
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Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
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Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
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Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
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Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
•
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding
patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
•
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood
pressure and blood sugar levels.
•
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
•
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
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Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
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