Melissa Maxwell-Feltner
Butler
Summary
With a proven track record at Glenbridge Health and Rehabilitation, I excel in medication administration and patient care, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Achievements include enhancing patient quality of life through meticulous medication management and fostering professional relationships, underpinned by a solid foundation in HIPAA compliance and electronic charting.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant
Glenbridge Health And Rehabilitation
08.2016 - Current
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Took patient vital signs, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Enhanced patient health by accurately administering prescribed medications according to schedule.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards, safeguarding sensitive patient information at all times during recordkeeping duties.
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes by closely monitoring and reporting any adverse reactions or changes in condition following medication administration.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Employed time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively without compromising patient care quality.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ware Presbyterian Village
09.2013 - 07.2016
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pocopson Home
04.2011 - 11.2012
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
GED -
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Kennett Square, PA03-2003
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Glucose monitoring
- Certified medication aide
- Monitoring for side effects
- Medication reconciliation
- Medication schedule adherence
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Pharmaceutical orders
- Sound judgment
- Patient observation
- Attention to detail
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal and written communication
- Adverse reaction identification
- Documentation accuracy
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Administering medications
- Patient room hygiene
- Privacy and confidentiality
Certification
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - State Health Departments or Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Timeline
Medication Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant
Glenbridge Health And Rehabilitation
08.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ware Presbyterian Village
09.2013 - 07.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pocopson Home
04.2011 - 11.2012
GED -
Pennsylvania Department of Education
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