Melissa Short
Liberty
Summary
Professional caregiver with extensive experience providing compassionate and reliable support. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, managing medications, and offering mobility assistance. Focused on teamwork and achieving results, I adapt to changing needs with ease. Known for my empathy, patience, and strong communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
Rural Advocate
Genesis House Inc.
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Worked effectively with fellow team members to coordinate effective solutions to any question or concern.
- Delivered friendly service and offered expert support in every interaction.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
- Managed complex caseloads with diligence, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely resolution of cases.
CNA
Private Home Health
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Home Health Aide
Happy Hearts Home Care
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
CNA
Wyndridge Health & Rehab Center
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Fortis Institute
Cookeville, TN09-2026
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Behavioral management
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
PCA
Cookeville Regional Medical Center
12.2024 - 04.2025
Rural Advocate
Genesis House Inc.
04.2024 - 12.2024
CNA
Private Home Health
09.2020 - 09.2023
Home Health Aide
Happy Hearts Home Care
08.2020 - 01.2021
CNA
Wyndridge Health & Rehab Center
09.2017 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Fortis Institute
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