Alexia Canto
Garden City
Summary
Certified Medication Aide with experience assisting with medication administration, patient care, and documentation. Works carefully to support patient safety and comfort while learning from healthcare team members. Open to continuing to grow skills and gain more hands-on experience in the field.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Aide
The Cottages Senior Care Living
Garden City
01.2026 - Current
- Administered medications to residents according to prescribed schedules.
- Monitored residents for side effects and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained accurate medication administration records and documentation.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
CNA
The Cottages Senior Care Living
Garden City
01.2025 - Current
- Supported residents in daily living activities and personal care to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of resident living areas and common spaces to promote a healthy environment.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights and requests to ensure timely support and care.
Direct Support Professional
Destiny Supports
Garden City
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted individuals with daily activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and medication reminders, to promote independence and well-being.
- Developed and implemented individualized support plans to address specific client needs and enhance overall care.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance client well-being.
- Coordinated community integration activities that fostered social engagement and improved clients' quality of life.
- Documented daily activities and progress in client care logs accurately.
Education
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS05-2026
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication management
- Patient assessment
- Vital sign monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Personal care assistance
- Effective communication
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA), 2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association 2025
- Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), 2024
- Home Health Aide (HHA), 2024
Timeline
Medication Aide
The Cottages Senior Care Living
01.2026 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Destiny Supports
08.2025 - 01.2026
CNA
The Cottages Senior Care Living
01.2025 - Current
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Garden City Community College