Anjelique Sinagel-Harrison
Everett,WA
Summary
Adept Medication Technician with a proven track record at Madison House, I excel in patient care and medication administration, ensuring safety and compliance. My expertise in drug interaction awareness and ability to develop positive relationships highlight my comprehensive skill set. Achieved a significant reduction in medication errors, underscoring my commitment to excellence and patient well-being.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Technician
Madison House
Kirkland, WA
04.2019 - Current
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted in updating patient care plans with medication changes and observations.
- Worked collaboratively with healthcare team to coordinate patient care services.
- Performed quality assurance checks for accuracy of medication administration.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Received verbal orders from physicians and other healthcare providers regarding prescriptions and refills.
- Administered prescribed medications to patients and maintained related medical records under supervision.
- Completed continuing education to stay updated on medication administration practices.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Coordinated with pharmacists to clarify prescriptions and ensure proper medication dispensing.
- Ensured that all prescribed medications were taken as ordered by physician.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Followed protocols for disposing of expired or unused medications safely.
- Educated patients on medication purposes, dosages, and potential side effects.
- Promoted clean and sanitary environment by maintaining department equipment.
- Prepared and administered oral, topical, and injectable medications as directed by healthcare providers.
- Verified patient information and documented medication administration accurately in patient charts.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Researched medications to better understand properties and interactions with other drugs.
- Assisted in the preparation and delivery of medications to patients.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition or behavior associated with medications.
- Responded promptly to requests for assistance from nurses and other staff members.
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Verified expiration dates on all medications prior to dispensing them.
- Preparedvarious medications per shift to distribute to patients orally, topically, or through inhalation.
Certified Medication Technician
Vineyard Park At Bothell Landing
Bothell, WA
07.2011 - 04.2019
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations regarding medication administration.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responded to emergencies as needed.
- Leveraged medication expertise to accurately enter medications and supplies into computer system.
- Performed wellness observations, documenting side effects for clinical follow-up.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Conducted regular audits of medication administration records for compliance with regulations.
- Verified patient information and documented medication administration accurately in patient charts.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to all emergency situations related to patient health issues.
- Monitored residents with self-administered medications and reported deviation from plans of care to licensed or registered nurse.
- Observed residents during medication administration for adverse reactions or non-compliance with instructions provided by staff members.
- Ensured that medication was stored correctly according to manufacturer guidelines and facility policies.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding patient care plans.
- Assisted with training new Certified Medication Technicians on medication administration processes.
- Received supply of ordered medications to apportion, mix or assemble drugs for administration to patient.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to medications and reported findings to healthcare professionals.
- Monitored vital signs prior to administering medications and reported any changes or irregularities to the supervising nurse.
- Provided patient education regarding proper use of medications, possible side effects, and other important information related to medication usage.
- Identified potential drug interactions and reported them promptly to the supervising nurse.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
- Researched medications to better understand properties and interactions with other drugs.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Preparedvarious medications per shift to distribute to patients orally, topically, or through inhalation.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Reported any observed changes in physical condition or behavior immediately to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Prepared and administered oral, topical, and injectable medications as directed by healthcare providers.
- Conducted routine rounds throughout assigned units to ensure compliance with medication protocols.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Completed continuing education to stay updated on medication administration practices.
- Educated patients on medication purposes, dosages, and potential side effects.
Courtesy Clerk
Safeway
Renton, WA
06.2009 - 04.2011
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company guidelines.
- Promptly responded to customer requests or complaints in an appropriate manner.
- Maintained a neat and orderly work area at all times.
- Escorted customers to desired merchandise location.
- Directed customers to product locations throughout store to help find requested items.
- Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
- Followed best practices for bagging items in reusable, plastic and paper bags.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area by sweeping floors and wiping down counters.
- Organized promotional displays to attract customers' attention.
- Assisted with price checks, go-backs, and replenishing supplies.
Education
Nursing
Edmonds Community College
Lynnwood, WASkills
- Daily living assistance
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient observation
- Medication storage
- Distribution recordkeeping
- Safety management
- Insurance verification
- Drug interaction awareness
- Vital signs monitoring
- Condition tracking
- Healthcare regulations
- Resident support
- Dosage calculation
- Patient care
- Medical records management
- Emergency response
- Pharmacy knowledge
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Medication reconciliation
- Walking rounds
- Specimen collection
- Records updating
- Regulatory compliance
Certification
- CNA license expires 11/18/2025, gets renewed yearly.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medication Technician
Madison House
04.2019 - Current
Certified Medication Technician
Vineyard Park At Bothell Landing
07.2011 - 04.2019
Courtesy Clerk
Safeway
06.2009 - 04.2011
Nursing
Edmonds Community College
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