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Melanie G.

Melanie G.

$55.00 / hr

Granada Hills, CA

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About Melanie

I began my career as a caregiver working in an all memory care community. Being able to help my residents live a fulfilling life was an honor that helped me realize that I wanted to further my education in nursing. I obtained my education as an RN and continue to work in long term care facilities with the elder population. My goal is to incorporate my skills as a caregiver with my skills as a nurse to help my elders live a long, healthy and happy life. My goal is to provide resident centered care. I like to get to know my residents, what they did in their younger years, what they like to do now, etc. My favorite thing to do with my residents is to make them laugh by being silly or telling them jokes. Their happiness is important to me.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Exercise
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

  • Part Time
  • Short Term
  • Overnight
  • Holiday Shifts

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Arthritis
  • Cardiovascular Disorders
  • COPD
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • Hospice Care
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Skin Disorders
  • Stroke
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

RN

Dec 2019 - Aug 2020
Intelycare
* Cared for COVID positive & negative patients * Assisted with COVID testing of residents * Assisted with maintaining infectious precautions by separating COVID positive and negative residents * Admission & routine assessments, medication administration & treatments
Dec 2019 - Aug 2020

RN

May 2019 - May 2020
Armenian Nursing and Rehab Center
* Triaged and care for COVID-19 positive and negative residents * Trained new nurses according to state guidelines * Admission & routine assessments, medication administration & treatments
May 2019 - May 2020

RN

Feb 2019 - May 2019
Belmont Manor Nursing and Rehab
* Assess patient's vital signs, blood glucose, overall wellness status * Report abnormal findings to providers * Administer medications to patients * Admit patients and conduct admission assessments
Feb 2019 - May 2019

Simmons College

Jan 2017 - Jan 2018
Boston, MA
Jan 2017 - Jan 2018

Patient Care Technician

Aug 2015 - Jul 2017
Overlake Hospital and Medical Center
* Measure vital signs, weights, blood glucose levels, intake and output * Report abnormal vital signs and blood glucose levels * Remove indwelling catheters and monitoring for bladder retention * Assist patients with meeting hygiene needs and activities of daily living
Aug 2015 - Jul 2017

Caregiver/Medication Technician

Oct 2014 - Jul 2015
Aegis Senior Living
* Provide physical and psychological well-being care for residents in an all memory care community * Assist residents with ADLs - encouraging independent self-care and providing standby assist and cueing * Assist in medicinal administration and observation for side effects * Communicate effectively with other staff to ensure patient safety
Oct 2014 - Jul 2015

Seattle University

Jan 2008 - Jan 2013
Seattle, WA
Jan 2008 - Jan 2013
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