Anakaren Ocampo
Hammond,IN
Summary
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
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
QMA
Silver Birch Living
04.2019 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Symphony Of Dyer
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Education
Student Nurse - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Valparaiso, IN07.2023
Qualified Medication Aid - Pharmacology
Med Ed INC
Merrillville, IN10.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Healthcare Training Center
Merrillville, IN04.2016
Skills
- Decision-Making
- PPE Compliance
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Self-Motivated
- Organization and Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Communication
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
QMA
Silver Birch Living
04.2019 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Symphony Of Dyer
06.2016 - 09.2017
Student Nurse - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Qualified Medication Aid - Pharmacology
Med Ed INC
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Healthcare Training Center
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