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Megan Hatanaka

Pittsburg

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with a background in delivering compassionate patient care and support in fast-paced environments. Expertise in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication fosters seamless collaboration among teams. Additionally, a skilled paraprofessional in educational support and classroom management, adept at assisting educators with instructional tasks while maintaining a positive learning atmosphere.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant/Paraprofessional

ProCare Therapy
08.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help students achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to develop student care plans.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, oxygen levels, and heart rate.
  • Documented patient information and care activities.

Paraprofessional

  • Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Monitored student progress and behavior, reporting observations to educators for tailored support strategies.
  • Supported classroom activities by facilitating small group instruction and providing one-on-one assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive learning environment conducive to fostering student growth and independence.
  • Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.

Certified Nursing Assistant

ACC Care Center
11.2023 - 07.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in patient care areas to promote safety.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Trained new staff on protocols and best practices for patient care delivery.


Nursing Assistant Student Clinical Experience

ACC Care Center
08.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Supported rehabilitation exercises under supervision, aiding in patients' recovery processes.
  • Assisted in the admission, transfer, and discharge process for patients, ensuring a smooth transition between healthcare settings.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Lead & Customer Service Representative

Memorial Union Games Area
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Supervised daily operations of customer service team, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Monitored cash drawers and Point of Sale systems.
  • Trained new staff on customer interaction protocols and effective problem-solving techniques.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently resolving complex issues and providing timely solutions.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sweeping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.

Cashier & Customer Service Representative

Yolo County SPCA
12.2021 - 02.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking product availability and restocking shelves.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.

Education

Certificate of Training Nurse Assistant - Nursing

SacMed Training, LLC
Sacramento, CA
08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Emphasis in Biological Sciences

University of California, Davis
Davis, CA
06.2023

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Basic life support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Electronic charting
  • Medical terminology
  • G-tube care
  • Behavior management
  • Effective communication
  • Helping students with special needs
  • IEP compliance

Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

  • Received on 2023-10-30

First Aid

  • Received on 2023-11-04

Basic Life Support (BLS)

  • Received on 2023-11-05


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant/Paraprofessional

ProCare Therapy
08.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

ACC Care Center
11.2023 - 07.2024

Nursing Assistant Student Clinical Experience

ACC Care Center
08.2023 - 08.2023

Lead & Customer Service Representative

Memorial Union Games Area
08.2022 - 07.2023

Cashier & Customer Service Representative

Yolo County SPCA
12.2021 - 02.2022

Certificate of Training Nurse Assistant - Nursing

SacMed Training, LLC

Bachelor of Science - Psychology with Emphasis in Biological Sciences

University of California, Davis
Megan Hatanaka