Hi, I’m
Amy Davis
Nursing
Humble,TX
Summary
Disciplined job as a pharmacy technician trainee with 2 years of experience. Serves pharmacy guests through assisting in prescription fulfillment and advising on readily available supplies and medications. Helping customers find effective solutions to live healthier lives. Focused and attentive Medication Aide offering 4 years of healthcare expertise. Energetic and personable with thorough knowledge of medication, potential side effects and adverse reactions. Skilled in administering topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Well-versed in monitoring vital signs for indications of medication issues and general health changes.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Walgreens
Pharmacy Cashier
05.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Dispensing medication to patients per the prescription, or provider's orders.
- Preparing compounded medications using sterile and non-sterile processes.
- Dosage calculations from doctor orders to dispense the correct supply of the medication.
- Handled confidential patient information with discretion, upholding strict HIPAA regulations at all times during tenure as a Pharmacy Technician Trainee.
- Collaborated closely with pharmacy team members to consistently deliver high-quality care to patients.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks such as compounding or reconstituting medications under pharmacist supervision, ensuring prompt delivery to patients without compromising quality standards.
- Improved patient satisfaction by accurately and efficiently filling prescriptions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Monitored drug interactions for customers.
- Promoted patient safety through diligent adherence to proper medication storage protocols, mitigating risks associated with drug interactions or spoilage.
- Provided expertise about composition of drugs.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
- Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
- Prepared packaging and labels for prescriptions, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions, and refill instructions.
- Counseled customers on medications, appropriate dosage and potential side effects.
- Located and measured medications according to prescription information, making modifications as instructed by pharmacists and providers.
Village Care Homes LLC
Med pass/Caregiver
10.2020 - 05.2022
Job overview
- I worked in a home caring for memory care residents.
- I administered medication three times a day per shift and it consisted of oral, optic, nasal, and eye drops medications
- I checked in and screened our visitors and guests with a questionnaire on their health each visit.
- I communicated with staff and family on each resident's behavior that day
- Answered calls regarding residents' health with family, staff, and medical personnel.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Legacy Village of Tifton
CMA/CNA
06.2019 - 09.2021
Job overview
- I assisted memory care residents with all their activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, restroom help, dressing, and providing company
- I also maintained a clean work area and each resident's living space
- I answered incoming calls from family, healthcare personnel, and other staff regarding patient health status and concerns.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Promoted patient safety with thorough knowledge of medication interactions and contraindications.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Provided training and mentoring for newly hired Certified Medication Aides, promoting a consistent level of quality care across all staff members.
- Improved patient satisfaction through clear communication and compassionate bedside manner during medication administration.
- Performed regular safety checks on medication storage areas to maintain a secure and organized environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving patients'' health issues related to their medications, coordinating closely with nursing staff for optimal outcomes.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of state regulations governing Certified Medication Aides, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines during daily tasks.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans, incorporating appropriate medication therapies.
- Educated patients and families on proper medication usage, side effects, and potential drug interactions.
- Assisted medical professionals in administering injections and IV medications, thereby increasing overall efficiency within the healthcare facility.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication errors.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Documented patient information and care plans.
- Supported needs of 40+ residents under long-term care.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Education
Lone Star College- North HarrisHouston, TX
Associates from Nursing
05.2024
Berrien High SchoolNashville, GA
High School diploma
05.2018
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Home Care
- Experience Administering Injections
- First aid
- Memory Care
- Caregiving
- Physiology Knowledge
- Dementia Care
- EMR Systems
- Alzheimer's care
- Medical Terminology
- Hospital Experience
- Flexibility
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Customer focus
- Customer orientation
- Reliable
- Dependable
- Integrity
- HIPAA Regulations
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Organization and prioritization
- Professional Appearance
- Quality Assurance
- OTC Recommendations
- Pharmacy Terminology Knowledge
- Problem-Solving
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Training and mentoring
- Patient Care
- Patient Feeding
- Basic Life Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Infection Control
- Patient relationship building
- Mobility Assistance
- Catheter Care
- Client documentation
- Healthcare ethics
- Medication Administration
- Medical terminology knowledge
- HIPAA
- Specimen Collection
- Supply Restocking
- Records Management
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Care Quality
- Vital signs
- Time Management
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- CPR Certification
- Oral Hygiene
- Patient Positioning
Awards
Microsoft Office Specialist
Timeline
Pharmacy Cashier
Walgreens
05.2022 - Current
Med pass/Caregiver
Village Care Homes LLC
10.2020 - 05.2022
CMA/CNA
Legacy Village of Tifton
06.2019 - 09.2021
Lone Star College- North Harris
Associates from Nursing
Berrien High School
High School diploma