Angela Cummings
Certified Medication Aide
Lindsay,OK
Summary
Proven Certified Medication Aide with a track record of enhancing patient quality of life at Lindsay Nursing and Rehabilitation. Excelled in medication dispensing and, reducing medication errors significantly. Demonstrated compassion in elderly care, ensuring dignified support. Skilled in maintaining meticulous records and upholding strict HIPAA compliance, contributing to a safer patient environment. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise. Focused and attentive Medication Aide offering 10 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
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Lindsay Nursing and Rehabilitation
LINDSAY, OK
01.2021 - Current
- Displayed excellent attention to detail when updating electronic medical records after each instance of administering medicine as per legal requirements.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of state regulations governing Certified Medication Aides, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines during daily tasks.
- 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.
- Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Transported patients between rooms and to outside appointments
- Supported needs of 70+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Medication Aide
Dorset Place Memory Care
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Transported patients to medical / personal appointments outside the memory care unit.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Displayed excellent attention to detail when updating electronic medical records after each instance of administering medicine as per legal requirements.
- Supported needs of 65+ residents in memory care unit.
- Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted in the management of medication inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies.
- Performed regular safety checks on medication storage areas to maintain a secure and organized environment.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Patient Care Coordinator
Good Journey Home Home Health and Hospice
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Acted as knowledgeable resource for patients seeking information about community resources and support services available to them in their healthcare journey.
- Streamlined communication between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
- Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
- Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for medical treatments and procedures.
- Organized community health events, raising awareness about preventative care and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring smooth transitions to home care or rehabilitation facilities.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs, ensuring their voices were heard in care decisions.
- Managed patient records with strict adherence to confidentiality and accuracy standards.
- Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
- Taught patients and families to use at-home medical equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valir Pace
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Cared for residents in assisted living adult day care facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Supported needs of 50+ residents in adult day care setting.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capitol Hill High School
Oklahoma City, OK 05.2001 -
Skills
- Dementia Care
- Documenting behaviors
- Diabetes management
- Geriatric Care
- Transporting patients
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Dementia Care
Certification
METRO-TECH, SPRINGLAKE CAMPUS
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Lindsay Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2021 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Dorset Place Memory Care
01.2020 - 07.2020
Patient Care Coordinator
Good Journey Home Home Health and Hospice
09.2017 - 11.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valir Pace
09.2016 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Capitol Hill High School
05.2001 -
METRO-TECH, SPRINGLAKE CAMPUS
2016-08
CNA 37V715080816
2016-08
CMA 37V846381217
2017-12
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