Self-sufficient Medication Aide skilled at recording patient vital signs and administering various medications to over 30 patients daily. Sound knowledge of medical terminology and use of medical equipment. Hands-on experience in obtaining and recording equipment readings. Resourceful Medication Aide well-educated in medication administration and emergency care. Over 20 years of successful experience working as a CNA/CRMA in a hospital setting. Adept at administering prescribed medication to over 30 patients daily and maintaining medical records. Compassionate CRMA 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.
Skills
Equipment sterilization
Patient observation
Drugs inventory
Glucose testing
Education and Training
Jefferson Community CollegeLexington, KY, Expected in 2016 ā āKentucky Medication Aide:Healthcare - GPA:
Boyle County High SchoolDanville, KY, Expected in 06/1996 ā āHigh School Diploma: - GPA:
Experience
Central Maine Medical Center - CRMA Dixfield, ME, 07/2014 - Current
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.
Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
Maintained medication stock and performed cleaning of 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.
Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
Administered scheduled drugs, including [Type] and [Type] under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
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.
Initiated oxygen and administered life-saving drugs in emergency situations.
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.
Performed front desk duties, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, greeting patients and ordering supplies.
Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
Assisted patients in preparation for examinations, assessing and recording vital signs.
Printed and filed examination data records according to HIPAA patient standards.
Sterilized medical equipment after each procedure.
Answered appointment calls to streamline office operations.
Assisted with technical treatments and entered information within patient records and charts.
Medstar Research Institute - CNA La Plata, MD, 2006 - 2014
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
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.
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.
Medstar Research Institute - CNA Lorton, VA, 2001 - 2006
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including 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.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Delivered nursing assistance to residents in [Number]-bed [Type] care facility.
Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Took patients vitals, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented vital signs and weight of patients.
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
Delivered high level of care to every patient.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Comforted patients and provided each with reassurance and encouragement.
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