Cara Gross
Lincoln,Nebraska
Summary
Highly motivated and attentive professional with the mindset to give patients the best quality of care. Building relationships and trust between patients and the team with a friendly and positive personality. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals with a "Yes I Can!" attitude
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Capital Care Staffing
Lincoln, NE
07.2021 - Current
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Managed over 20 patients per day with cares and medications
Certified Medication Aide
The Waterford At Wilderness Hills
Lincoln , NE
10.2016 - 07.2021
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Kept digital records of patient details, medications, billing and other activities.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Nurse Aide & Certified Medication Aide
Tabitha Healthcare
Lincoln, Nebraska
08.2015 - 10.2016
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- 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.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
Education
Associates - Esthetician
College of Hair Design - East
Lincoln, NE04.2021
High School Diploma -
Beatrice High School
Beatrice, NE05.2013
Skills
- 9 years of healthcare experience
- Active Medication Aide Certification
- Positive and driven
- Organized
- Works well under pressure
- Self-motivated, team player, with desire to be promoted in growing medical practice
- Knowledge of computer software, and ability to learn billing software, and electronic medical records required
- Excellent time management
- “Can-do” attitude, enthusiastic to lend a hand and support other team members
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Medication Distribution
- Status Updates
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Capital Care Staffing
07.2021 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
The Waterford At Wilderness Hills
10.2016 - 07.2021
Certified Nurse Aide & Certified Medication Aide
Tabitha Healthcare
08.2015 - 10.2016
Associates - Esthetician
College of Hair Design - East
High School Diploma -
Beatrice High School
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