Aneisha Howard
Tuskegee,AL
Summary
Experienced with medication administration and patient care, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of prescribed treatments. Uses effective communication to collaborate with healthcare teams, enhancing patient support. Knowledge of medical protocols and patient safety standards, contributing to quality care.
Knowledgeable Medication Aide Certified with hands-on experience administering medications and providing compassionate patient care. Successfully supported healthcare teams by ensuring accurate medication distribution and maintaining detailed documentation. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Aide Certified
Cantebury Health Care
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring an adequate stock of medications was always available for patients'' needs.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards, safeguarding sensitive patient information at all times during recordkeeping duties.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Boosted patient compliance with medication regimes through compassionate guidance and support.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Supported the nursing staff with essential tasks, streamlining the overall care process.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Medication Aide Certified
Magnolia Haven Health and Rehabilitation Facility
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Enhanced patient health by accurately administering prescribed medications according to schedule.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring an adequate stock of medications was always available for patients'' needs.
- Improved patient understanding of medications by providing clear explanations of drug actions and side effects.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- 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.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
Caregiver
Synergy Homecare of Opelika
11.2022 - 07.2023
- 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.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- 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.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Caregiver C.N.A.
Homecare Assistance of Montgomery,Al
07.2022 - 09.2022
- 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.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Certified Home Hospice Aide
Ivy Creek Hospice Care
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Documented patient observations accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records, maintaining confidentiality standards.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions related to palliative care best practices, enhancing my skills as a Certified Home Hospice Aide.
- Coordinated with external service providers such as home health agencies or durable medical equipment suppliers, ensuring seamless delivery of additional patient support resources.
- Assisted patients in maintaining their personal hygiene by providing bed baths, oral care, and peri-care as needed.
- Educated patients on end-of-life care decisions, empowering them to make informed choices regarding their own treatment plans.
- Identified potential fall risks within the home environment and recommended modifications accordingly, reducing the likelihood of injury among ambulatory patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary hospice team members to ensure comprehensive care for patients and support for families.
- Provided emotional support to family members during bereavement process, offering resources for grief counseling services when needed.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals in their final stages of life.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
Private Duty Caregiver
Self Employed
12.2015 - 08.2022
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients'' families through open communication channels and regular updates on progress or concerns.
- Educated clients on proper nutrition management strategies tailored to their individual needs for optimal health outcomes.
- Supported cognitive function through stimulating mental exercises, conversation, reading, puzzles, or games tailored to each client''s interests.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences while encouraging balanced diets for improved overall health.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Certified Hospice Aide
Community Hospice Care
07.2009 - 05.2018
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
- Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
- Improved patient satisfaction by assisting with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring cleanliness and dignity.
- Promoted a holistic approach to end-of-life care by incorporating various relaxation techniques such as music therapy or aromatherapy into daily routines.
- Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
- Prevented bedsores and other potential complications by regularly repositioning immobile patients and maintaining proper body alignment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
Certification - Medication Aide Certified
Trenholm State Community College
Montgomery, Al07-2023
GED -
Montgomery Job Corp
Montgomery, AL06-2000
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Glucose Monitoring
- Emergency care
Timeline
Medication Aide Certified
Cantebury Health Care
06.2024 - 01.2025
Medication Aide Certified
Magnolia Haven Health and Rehabilitation Facility
08.2023 - 03.2024
Caregiver
Synergy Homecare of Opelika
11.2022 - 07.2023
Caregiver C.N.A.
Homecare Assistance of Montgomery,Al
07.2022 - 09.2022
Certified Home Hospice Aide
Ivy Creek Hospice Care
01.2019 - 08.2022
Private Duty Caregiver
Self Employed
12.2015 - 08.2022
Certified Hospice Aide
Community Hospice Care
07.2009 - 05.2018
Certification - Medication Aide Certified
Trenholm State Community College
GED -
Montgomery Job Corp
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