Brandy Towler
Northport,FL
Summary
Dynamic Lead Medication Technician at American House with a proven track record in medication administration and patient care coordination. Skilled in medication error prevention and fostering teamwork, I excel in enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail. Committed to maintaining regulatory compliance and delivering compassionate care.
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.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Medication Technician
American House
10.2023 - Current
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming staff members.
- Ensured proper medication storage and inventory management for optimal efficiency and compliance with regulations.
- Educated patients about potential side effects, interactions, and precautions related to their medications.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions or complications from medications, initiating prompt interventions when necessary.
- Assessed patients'' understanding of their prescribed medications regimen during routine followups.
- Trained new Medication Technicians, ensuring adherence to best practices and quality standards.
- Maintained accurate documentation of medication administration records, vital signs, and treatment plans for effective communication among the healthcare team.
- Managed complex medication regimens including IV therapy, injections, and oral medications for diverse patient populations.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately administering medications according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Promoted a culture of accountability through regular audits of medication administration practices and documentation.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care for each patient.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- 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.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
- 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.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Medicaid Provider
State of Florida
09.2001 - 04.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Romulus High School
Romulus, MISkills
- Patient confidentiality
- Prescription verification
- Staff training and development
- Patient care coordination
- Maintaining medication records
- Medication error prevention
- Daily living assistance
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient assessments
- Safety management
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Resident support
- Medical records management
- Regulatory compliance
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Direct patient care
- Empathy and compassionate care
- CPR certification
- Organizational skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient-focused care
- Calm under stress
- Dementia care
- Heavy lifting
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Electronic charting
- Documenting behaviors
- Feeding assistance
- Family communication
- Patient positioning
- Personal care aide
- Blood sugar monitoring
- CPR/AED
- Analytical thinking
- Infection control
Certification
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
Timeline
Lead Medication Technician
American House
10.2023 - Current
Medicaid Provider
State of Florida
09.2001 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Romulus High School
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