Melissa Hankins
Crandall
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented CNA with extensive experience in patient care and vital sign monitoring. Proficient in adhering to HIPAA guidelines and ensuring accurate clinical documentation to enhance care quality.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Cornerstone Caregiving
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene, ensuring comfort and dignity in care.
- Evaluated and documented patient vital signs, facilitating immediate communication of changes to nursing staff for necessary interventions.
- Facilitated medication administration under supervision, ensuring strict adherence to treatment plans.
- Oversaw maintenance of accurate patient records, documenting care provided and changes in condition.
CNA
Care Master Medical
Macon, GA
04.2014 - 11.2014
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in medication administration under supervision, ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting care provided and changes in condition.
- Provided compassionate care to clients, assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
CNA
Right At Home Health Care
Rome, GA
04.2013 - 02.2014
- Supported mobility and rehabilitation efforts, encouraging independence among clients during activities of daily living.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
CNA
K-B Health
07.2008 - 02.2014
- 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.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
CNA
Southern Haven
Dalton, GA
03.2003 - 01.2006
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse and maintained safety protocols.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Provided compassionate care to clients, assisting with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in medication administration under supervision, ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
North West High School
Dalton, GACNA - CNA
State of Georgia
Georgia2006
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
American Health Care Academy
Atlanta GA2006
No Degree - CPR/First Aid Certified
American Health Care Academy
Atlanta, GA2017
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital sign tracking
- Compassionate care
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Health monitoring
- Toileting assistance
- Patient hygiene assistance
- Vital sign collection
- Patient-centered care
- Electronic charting
- Supporting personal needs
- Adaptable
Timeline
CNA
Cornerstone Caregiving
07.2024 - Current
CNA
Care Master Medical
04.2014 - 11.2014
CNA
Right At Home Health Care
04.2013 - 02.2014
CNA
K-B Health
07.2008 - 02.2014
CNA
Southern Haven
03.2003 - 01.2006
No Degree - General Studies
North West High School
CNA - CNA
State of Georgia
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
American Health Care Academy
No Degree - CPR/First Aid Certified
American Health Care Academy