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Melissa Lervold

Trabuco Canyon

Summary

Dynamic Clinical Assistant with experience at CHOC Children's Hospital, adept at patient care coordination and electronic health records management. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and maintain patient confidentiality while fostering effective communication within healthcare teams. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and safety through compassionate support and meticulous attention to detail.

Personable and compassionate, with genuine interest in patient care and well-being. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical terminology and patient interaction, along with essential hard skills in basic clinical procedures and administrative tasks. Dedicated to positively impacting patient experiences and supporting healthcare professionals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Assistant

CHOC Children's Hospital
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Assisted healthcare professionals with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
  • Supported scheduling and coordination of patient appointments to optimize clinic workflow.
  • Prepared examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for patient visits.
  • Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies, facilitating timely replenishment orders.
  • Adapted quickly to changing clinical environments, demonstrating flexibility in task execution.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Chapman Global Medical Center
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes in patient conditions accurately.
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care.
  • Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.

Caregiver

Private Client
11.2022 - 05.2024
  • Provided compassionate care and support to clients, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
  • Assisted clients with personal hygiene routines, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accurate records of dosage and timing.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals and family members.
  • Assisted clients with mobility and transportation, ensuring safety during outings and appointments.
  • Monitored client health status, reporting changes to family members and medical staff promptly.

Education

CNA Certification - Certified Nursing Assisting

California Providers Training Center
Orange, CA
06-2023

Medical Assisting

Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA
06-2022

Skills

  • Appointment scheduling
  • Patients' vital signs
  • Patient care coordination
  • Medical terminology
  • Document filing
  • Adaptability in healthcare settings
  • Electronic health records
  • Clinical support
  • Patient scheduling
  • Diagnostic testing assistance
  • Specimen collection
  • Supply restocking
  • Patient histories
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medication administration support
  • Medication administration
  • Patient advocacy
  • Care plan discussion
  • Healthcare team collaboration
  • Medical condition monitoring
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Daily living care
  • Infection control procedures
  • Wound care management
  • HIPAA compliance

Timeline

Clinical Assistant

CHOC Children's Hospital
08.2024 - 06.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

Chapman Global Medical Center
01.2024 - 07.2024

Caregiver

Private Client
11.2022 - 05.2024

CNA Certification - Certified Nursing Assisting

California Providers Training Center

Medical Assisting

Santa Ana College
Melissa Lervold