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America Alvarado

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Self-sufficient medication aide skilled at recording patient vital signs and administering various medications to several patients daily. Sound knowledge of medical terminology and use of medical equipment. Hands-on experience in obtaining and recording equipment readings.

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.

Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Medication Aide

Brookdale Assisted Living
San Antonio, TX
09.2021 - Current
  • Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues.
  • Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
  • Ordered drug supplies from pharmacy as needed for patient care needs.
  • Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.

CNA

Brookdale Assisted Living
San Antonio, Texas
09.2021 - Current
  • Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Education

CNA,NA

Commencement Career Center
San Antonio, TX
12-2023

Skills

  • Medication stock maintenance
  • Drugs inventory
  • Logs management
  • Pharmaceutical orders
  • Equipment inspection and cleaning
  • Problem-solving
  • Medication schedule adherence
  • Dosage calculation
  • Records management
  • Certified medication aide
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Prescription verification
  • Medication reconciliation
  • Emergency care
  • Medication administration
  • Medication storage
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Patient observation
  • Oxygen initiation
  • Administering medications
  • Team coordination
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical documentation
  • Time management
  • Toileting assistance
  • Patient care
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Patient transfers
  • Basic life support
  • Physical stamina
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Health monitoring
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Bathing assistance
  • Compassionate communication
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Medication Aide

Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2021 - Current

CNA

Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2021 - Current

CNA,NA

Commencement Career Center
America Alvarado