Patient-focused Medication Aide with exceptional listening and communication traits. Energetic and amicable with advanced understanding of medications, possible side effects and adverse reactions. Knowledge of applying topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Highly skilled in monitoring vital signs, both post and pre-medication administration.
Qualified medical assistant specializes in personal care and related services under direction, instruction and supervision of registered nurse. History of managing mobility support, administering medications and organizing appointments. Reliable in keeping areas clean and organized to maintain healthy, safe environment.
Compassionate MA focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals, maintaining organized living spaces and documenting behaviors. Committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness.
Caring MA with thirty years of experience. Excited to take initiative and employ patience, knowledge and skills to any facility.
Skills
Vital sign monitoring
Training and development
Medication administration
Catheter change and preparation
Helping with medication
Respiratory equipment training
Collecting vital signs
Medical terminology knowledge
Calm and level-headed under duress
Performing patient intakes
Documentation procedures expert
Quick problem solver
Monitoring fluids
Patient relations
Infection control procedures
Collecting specimens
Quality assurance controls
Experience
CMA, 01/2021 to Current Aledade – New York, NY,
Assist With dressing, groomed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications.
Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
CMA, 11/2019 to 07/2021 Aledade – Phoenix, AZ,
Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications.
Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and improve overall memory.
Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
Monitored medications for patients with various conditions and kept watchful eye for side effects.
Assisted patients with personal care to alleviate burden on family members.
Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
Group Home Manager, 09/2018 to 01/2020 The Mentor Network – Lutz, FL,
Created work schedule in advance, promoting adequate coverage for shifts.
Communicated with families or advocates to discuss resident needs and progress.
Supervised staff training and development by acting as role model and instructing staff on how to appropriately interact with residents.
Initiated positive relationships with residents, staff and other individuals by being respectful, actively listening and asking appropriate questions.
Scheduled residents' appointment and provided transportation to physician and therapy visits.
Conversed with residents to promote social interaction and reinforce positive behaviors.
Resolved concerns regarding staff, residents and care to maintain standards throughout group home.
Organized proper transportation for clients to and from appointments, educational and extracurricular activities.
Monitored and provided residents with assistance for bathing, dressing and other basic hygiene needs.
Coordinated community activities to promote social skills and community participation.
Reported, investigated and followed up on abuse and neglect cases.
CNA, 06/2015 to 10/2017 Mee Memorial Hospital – Greenfield, CA,
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
HMA, 03/2010 to 06/2015 Belle Tire – Waterford, MI,
Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications.
Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and improve overall memory.
Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
Monitored medications for patients with various conditions and kept watchful eye for side effects.
Assisted patients with personal care to alleviate burden on family members.
Manager , 04/2006 to 06/2009 Mee Memorial Hospital – King City, CA,
Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
Conducted inventory counts by assessing current state of inventory integrity against target accuracy levels and tracking variances.
Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
Aided in negotiation with vendors and suppliers to reduce overall costs.
CNA, 02/2000 to 08/2006 St. Joseph Nursing Home – City, STATE,
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Education and Training
Certified Medical Assistant: , Expected in Arlington Career Institute - Grand Prairie, TX GPA:
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