MW Melody Ward

Statesville, NC ***** 704-***-****

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PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Detail- oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. 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. Patient-focused Job Title with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Proactive worker committed to helping Job title provide top-notch patient care. Skilled at Type treatments with knowledge of Area of expertise patients. Fantastic attention to detail and multitasking abilities. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. SKILLS Documenting Behaviors Collecting Specimens

Restock Shelves

Range of Motion Exercises

Companionship and Emotional

Support

Performing Patient Intakes

Patient Safety Management

Family Support and Assistance

Recording Vital Signs

General Housekeeping Abilities

Memory Improvement

Medications Familiarity

Activity Planning

Medication Assistance

Activity Coordination

Admitting Support

Bed Making and Linen Changes

Infection Control Procedures

Wound Care

Symptom Documentation

Feeding Assistance Expertise

Charting Expertise

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Trustworthy Companion

Dementia and Alzheimer's

Knowledge

Wheelchair Assistance

Family Communication

Oral Hygiene

ADLs Assistance

Supporting Personal Needs

Complex Problem-Solving

Room Cleaning and Restocking

Patient Assessments

Quick Problem Solver

Calm Under Stress

Conducting Intakes

Nursing Assistance

Transporting Patients

Monitor Vitals

Observing Responses

Activities of Daily Living (ADL)

Support

Patient Relationship-Building

Responding to Emergencies

Measuring Bodily Fluids

Emotional and Social Support

Mobility Assistance Needs

Understanding

Observation Documentation

Documentation Procedures

Expertise

Inpatient Care

Efficient and Reliable Team Player

Compassionate Caregiver

Biological Specimen Handling

Patient-Focused Care

Grooming and Bathing Assistance

Consistent Follow Through

Blood Sugar Monitoring

Intercultural Competence

Emotional Intelligence

Output Monitoring and Reporting

Bathing and Dressing

Monitoring Fluids

Medical Procedures

Understanding

Alcohol Rubs

Intake Recording

Quality Patient Care

Diagnosing Failures

Nursing Standards

Preparing Devices

Promoting Healthy Habits

Medical Recordkeeping

Electronic Recordkeeping

Unit Supply Maintenance

Respiratory Failure

Interdisciplinary Communication

Bed Transfers

Nutrition and Diet

Case Management

Light Housekeeping

Needs Determination

Respiratory Equipment Training

Quality Assurance Controls

WORK HISTORY CNA 05/2022 to CURRENT

Shiftmed Virginia Agency

Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

CNA 07/2007 to 10/2013

Taylorsville House Taylorsville, NC

Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.

Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.

Applied fluoride varnish and sealants.

Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics. CMA 10/2013 to 02/2022

Maple Leaf Healthcare

Documented medication administration into electronic medical records

(EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.

Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.

Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery. Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.

Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.

Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.

Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.

Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.

Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.

Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.

Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.

Transported patients to operating and treatment rooms by using wheelchairs and wheeled carts.

Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers. Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.

Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.

Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores. Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.

Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.

Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships. Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.

Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.

Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.

Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.

KEY CASHIER 05/1997 to 02/2013

Kerr Drug Pharmacy Statesville, NC

Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.

Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business. Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts. EDUCATION Associate Of Occupational Studies Nursing Education 01/2001 Mitchell Community College, Statesville, NC

West Iredell High School, Statesville, NC 05/1999

Member of Student Organization or Club Name

Completed professional development in Subject

CERTIFICATIONS CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

CMT - Certified Medication Technician

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant

NCPCT - Patient Care Technician

CPR,FIRST AIDE, CMT, Supervisor roles including delegating duties.money management and expertise customer service in a high stress environment with accuracy and professionalism ADDITIONAL

INFORMATION

Have experience in multiple areas and am a dependable, professional, hard working individual with a desire to grow in a productive environment.

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