Amanda Perkins
1216 Pine St Leadwood,MO
Summary
Compassionate Certified Medication Aide with extensive experience at Shady Oaks Veterans Home, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to implement infection control measures and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance resident well-being. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance while providing emotional support and education on medication usage.
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.
adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
NHC
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and monitoring vital signs effectively.
- Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients.
- Supported residents with personal hygiene tasks, enhancing their dignity and well-being.
Certified Medication Aide
Shady Oaks Veterans Home
- Implemented infection control measures to promote a safe environment for residents and staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individual care plans focused on patient needs.
- Trained new aides on medication administration procedures and best practices for resident care.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
CNA
Country Meadows
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Assisted nursing staff in monitoring vital signs and reporting changes in patient conditions.
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
Certified Medication Aide
Ashbrook Assisted Living
10.2020 - 11.2024
- Administered medications to residents following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate medication records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Educated residents on medication usage and potential side effects to enhance understanding.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
West County.
Leadwood, MOSkills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Feeding assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Patient transfers
- Emotional support
- Clinical documentation
- Complex Problem-solving
- Maintaining confidentiality
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant, insulin ,certified medication aide
Timeline
CNA
Country Meadows
01.2024 - 04.2025
Certified Medication Aide
Ashbrook Assisted Living
10.2020 - 11.2024
CNA
NHC
Certified Medication Aide
Shady Oaks Veterans Home
High School Diploma - General Studies
West County.