Anita Escritt
Hickory,NC
Summary
Accomplished Certified Medication Aide with a proven track record at The Greens of Hickory, enhancing patient satisfaction through meticulous medication administration and empathetic care. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and HIPAA compliance, I significantly reduced medication errors. Demonstrated exceptional communication and patient observation, supporting over 50 residents with diverse healthcare needs.
Focused and attentive Medication Aide offering 16 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.
Communicative offering 24-year background in following set medication programs. Proficient in performing all procedures of good nursing care. Highly skilled in taking and recording vital signs.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in healthcare and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level HR position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
The Greens of Hickory
05.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- 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.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Improved patient satisfaction through clear communication and compassionate bedside manner during medication administration.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving patients'' health issues related to their medications, coordinating closely with nursing staff for optimal outcomes.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Medication Aide
Carolina Care Health and Rehabilitation
04.2022 - 08.2024
- 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.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- 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.
- Conducted regular audits of patient charts to verify proper documentation of administered medications, contributing to regulatory compliance efforts within the facility.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Medication Aide
Brian Center Hickory East
01.2015 - 03.2022
- 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.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of state regulations governing Certified Medication Aides, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines during daily tasks.
- Conducted regular audits of patient charts to verify proper documentation of administered medications, contributing to regulatory compliance efforts within the facility.
- Assisted in the management of medication inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and minimizing waste.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- 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 dosages.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- 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.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- 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.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Administrative Assistant
Brian Center Viewmont
03.2010 - 01.2015
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Addressed IT issues by coordinating with tech support, minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Improved staff morale by organizing recognition programs, acknowledging outstanding contributions and fostering positive work culture.
- Enhanced office environment, organizing spaces for better workflow and employee comfort.
- Monitored office supplies inventory, ensuring availability of essential items without overstocking.
- Enhanced communication within office, establishing weekly newsletter summarizing key updates and achievements.
- Supported recruitment processes, scheduling interviews and communicating with applicants to improve hiring timelines.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Recorded new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications and merit increases to main human resources files.
- I took took checks to the bank for deposit
- Directed visitors to family rooms
- I called job applicants and set up interviews with the appropriate supervisors
- I managed over 50 calls a day from family, pharmacy, MD's
- Faxed FL2"s to the appropriate facility
Education
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
Hudson, NC 06.1992 - 12.1992
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
Hudson, NC 12.1990 - 02.1991
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
Hudson, NC 04.2008 - 06.2008
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
Hudson, NC 02.1993 - 06.1993
GED -
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
Hudson, NC08.1990
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital Signs Documentation
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- ADL support
- Resident support
- Supply Management
- Blood Pressure Measurement
- Diabetes management
- Elderly Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Medication Reconciliation
- Feeding Assistance
- Medication Dispensing
- Medication Administration
- Mobility Assistance
- Behavior monitoring
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Care
- Patient Observation
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Safety Management
- Healthcare regulations
- Dosage Calculation
- Regulatory Compliance
- CNA Certification
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- First Aid Certification
- Attention to Detail
- Emotional Support
CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Universal Precautions
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Supply Restocking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Vital signs
- Basic Life Support
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
Crafts, Riding Harleys with my friends and husband, Love my dogs and huge animal lover.
I love working with the elderly. I was given to my grandparents from birth. They raised me with love, morals and taught me to love the Lord and be a non judgemental towards people. i was told there is someone better off and worse off than you are and never let yourself feel like you are better than anyone. Those words i have chose to try to best to live by even though its hard from time to time. I gained a strong work ethic from my grandparents and I am thankful for all the teachings that they gave me to make me a better person in life.
Additional Information
I work hard, I strive to do my very best and I will give 100% plus some to make sure the job is done correctly. I am always early I cant stand to be late. If overtime is required I have no problem with that. If you give me a chance I will prove I am right and you wont be disappointed in me.
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
The Greens of Hickory
05.2024 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Carolina Care Health and Rehabilitation
04.2022 - 08.2024
Certified Medication Aide
Brian Center Hickory East
01.2015 - 03.2022
Administrative Assistant
Brian Center Viewmont
03.2010 - 01.2015
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
04.2008 - 06.2008
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
02.1993 - 06.1993
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
06.1992 - 12.1992
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute
12.1990 - 02.1991
GED -
Caldwell Community College And Technical Institute