Melissa O'Bryant
Taylors
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in patient observation at Prisma Health, demonstrating exceptional empathy and attention to detail. Proven ability to foster positive relationships and ensure safety while providing emotional support. Skilled in developing engaging activities and lesson plans, enhancing both cognitive and social development in children.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Observer
Prisma Health
Greenville
04.2023 - 07.2025
- As a patient observer I provided continuous observation of the patient to ensure their safety.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during visits.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure patient well-being at all times.
- Provided companionship through conversation and activities appropriate for the patient's condition.
- Assisted with patient mobility and daily living activities.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to nursing staff.
At home daycare
Self-employeed
Easley
06.2008 - 08.2012
- I ran a in home daycare for a number of years. I absolutely loved watching the children learn and watching them grow.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for children aged six months to five years.
- Coordinated daily activities to promote social and emotional development in children.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and daily activities.
- Organized educational games to foster cognitive skills in young children.
- Provided parents with updates on their child's development, behavior, eating habits, sleeping patterns.
- Taught basic manners such as saying please, thank you, excuse me when appropriate while also encouraging socialization skills.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Daycare Teacher
Georges Creek Child Development Center
Easley
01.2005 - 08.2007
- I worked at the child development center and worked with babies all the way up to the 4-year-old class. At one point, I was the lead teacher for the two-year-old class. Working with children is something I love to do.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to children's developmental stages.
- Supervised classroom activities ensuring safety and positive interactions among children.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents through regular communication and updates.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom promoting a conducive learning space.
- Assessed children's progress through observations and informal assessments regularly.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
- Taught basic language skills including reading readiness, phonics, writing.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
Photo Technician
Walmart
Easley
03.1999 - 05.2004
- When I worked at Walmart in the photo lab, I would develop film, print the pictures, quality check them, and correct any that needed fixing. I also sold cameras and camcorders to customers and ran the registers.
- At one point, I was in charge of decorating the middle aisles to help boost sales.
- I would also be in charge of ordering cameras, camcorders, film and other items. I would also put all the items up when they arrived and to restock the photo lab.
- Processed customer photo orders using digital imaging software and equipment.
- Assisted customers with selecting photo services and products to meet needs.
- Conducted quality checks on prints to ensure clarity and color accuracy.
- Operated various photographic printing machines to produce high-quality images.
- Operated cash registers accurately and efficiently to process payments from customers.
- Greeted and assisted customers, suggested and promoted products and services and processed and packaged photo orders.
- Enlarged, refocused and retouched photographs to clarify specific image areas to meet customer needs and preferences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Easley High School
Easley, SC06-1998
Skills
- Hard worker and learn things quickly
- I have customer service experience
- Attention to detail
- Empathy and patience
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patient Observer
Prisma Health
04.2023 - 07.2025
At home daycare
Self-employeed
06.2008 - 08.2012
Daycare Teacher
Georges Creek Child Development Center
01.2005 - 08.2007
Photo Technician
Walmart
03.1999 - 05.2004
High School Diploma -
Easley High School