Professionally trained Medication Aide with experience delivering high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Certified in CPR/First Aide and HHA. Focused and attentive Medication Aide offering eight years of healthcare expertise. Energetic and personable with thorough knowledge of medication, potential side effects and adverse reactions. Skilled in administering topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Well-versed in monitoring vital signs for indications of medication issues and general health changes.
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- Dispense medications prescribed by Physicians or Healthcare Practitioners and provide information to patient about medications and the usage guidelines
- Observe and record patients' progress, attitudes, and behaviors with regards to HIPPA compliance in medical records, reports changes in client condition to superiors
- Ensure that all controlled substance drugs are well counted and keep locked
- Ensure that all medications are properly stored
- Dispose of blood, urine and other bio hazard fluids, after obtaining testing specimens as enforced OSHA laws, standards or polices
- Understanding of nonverbal communication with Alzheimer's patients to provide them with comfort, encouragement, or positive reinforcement
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Administered prescribed drugs to over 30 patients daily.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients, consulting with LPN and Director of Nursing to address concerns and protect each person from any harm.
- Encouraged patients to participate in ADL activity to help boost mood and improve overall memory.
- Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
- Monitored Infection Control and Critical Incidents, Risk Management and Quality Improvement plans.
- Kept digital records of patient details, medications, billing and other activities.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding any patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Kept digital records of patient details, medications, billing and other activities.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Transported patients to operating and treatment rooms by using wheelchairs and wheeled carts.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Certified Medication Aide
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Home Health Aid Certified (HHA)
- Private Pay Uniform Assessment Instrument
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School Attended
- Odessa State University
Job Titles Held:
- Registered Medication Aide
- Registered Medication Aide
- Certified Medication Aide
- Operations Manager/Medication Technician
Degrees
- Bachelor of Science
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