Chelsy Skelton
Topeka,KS
Summary
Dedicated Certified Medication Aide with a proven track record at Amergis for enhancing patient wellbeing through meticulous vital signs monitoring and medication administration. Excelled in building trust with patients, significantly reducing medication errors. Skilled in ADL support and patient care, demonstrating exceptional privacy adherence and compassionate communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Amergis
01.2023 - 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.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
MHDD
Larned State Hospital
11.2022 - 01.2024
- 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.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
CMA/CNA
Country Living of Larned
06.2018 - 11.2021
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely delivery of required treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by consistently meeting emotional needs through compassionate listening and empathetic support.
- Prevented complications by closely monitoring patients at risk for falls or pressure injuries.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Elevated quality of life for terminally ill patients through end-of-life care provision.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rockwall High School
Rockwall Texas01-2003
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs documentation
- Vital sign monitoring
- ADL support
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- CNA certification
- First aid certification
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - State Health Departments or Board of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Amergis
01.2023 - Current
MHDD
Larned State Hospital
11.2022 - 01.2024
CMA/CNA
Country Living of Larned
06.2018 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Rockwall High School
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