Alyssa Wood
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Certified Medication Aide
Sienna Extended Care And Rehabilitation
10.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by accurately administering medications and monitoring responses.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough documentation of medication administration records.
- Assisted in the reduction of medication errors through diligent cross-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Streamlined medication distribution processes by maintaining an organized and efficient medication cart.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by providing compassionate care during medication administration.
- Increased efficiency in the medication room by regularly updating inventory and restocking supplies as needed.
- Facilitated clear communication between healthcare team members regarding changes in patients'' medical conditions or treatment plans.
- Supported optimal patient health with timely and accurate vital sign monitoring prior to medication administration.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies through proper handling, storage, and disposal of medications.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by identifying potential drug interactions and contraindications before administering medications.
Advanced Certified Medication Aide
Wellington Park Assisted Living
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by accurately administering medications and monitoring responses.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough documentation of medication administration records.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Meadowlakes Estates
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
Pre-Nursing
Rose State College
Oklahoma City, OKLicensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Metro Technology Centers - Springlake
Oklahoma City, OK06.2024
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
Oklahoma City, OK05.2015
Skills
- Organizational abilities
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dosage Calculation
- Multitasking efficiency
- Pharmacology Expertise
- Anatomy knowledge
- Daily living assistance
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Regulatory Compliance
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Resident support
- Patient Observation
- Patient Positioning
- Electronic Charting
- Quality Assurance
- Injury Prevention
- First Aid Certification
- Feeding Assistance
- Infection Control
- Clinical Documentation
- Basic Life Support
- Catheter Care
- Patient evaluations
- Health Education
- Medical Terminology
- CPR Certification
- CNA Certification
- Client documentation
- Family Education
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Problem-Solving
- Patient relationship building
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Adaptability
- Time Management
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Licensed Practical Nurse - July of 2024
Timeline
Advanced Certified Medication Aide
Sienna Extended Care And Rehabilitation
10.2022 - Current
Advanced Certified Medication Aide
Wellington Park Assisted Living
01.2020 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Meadowlakes Estates
02.2018 - 01.2020
Pre-Nursing
Rose State College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Metro Technology Centers - Springlake
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Licensed Practical Nurse - July of 2024
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