Amy Collins
Fullerton,NE
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at Arbor Care of Fullerton, excelling in medication administration and patient care. Demonstrated expertise in glucose monitoring and a keen attention to detail, ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction. Proven ability to enhance medication management processes, significantly improving patient well-being and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Aide, Certified Nursing Aide
Arbor Care of Fullerton
07.2017 - Current
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arbor Care of Fulleton
07.2017 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported needs of 34 + residents under long-term care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
No Degree -
Central Community College
Grand Island, NEHigh School Diploma -
Central City Public High School
Central City, NE05-2000
Skills
- Topical medication application
- Drugs inventory
- Glucose testing
- Medication stock maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Documentation accuracy
- Records maintenance
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Patient observation
- Administering medications
- Medication schedule adherence
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Verbal and written communication
- Glucose monitoring
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
Timeline
Medication Aide, Certified Nursing Aide
Arbor Care of Fullerton
07.2017 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Arbor Care of Fulleton
07.2017 - Current
No Degree -
Central Community College
High School Diploma -
Central City Public High School
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