Cheryl Snipes
Vero Beach,United States
Summary
Diligent Medication Technician with 10+ years background in medication administration and patient care. Successfully supported healthcare teams by ensuring accurate medication distribution and monitoring patient responses. Demonstrated ability in maintaining detailed records and adhering to strict protocols.
Experienced with medication administration, patient care, and healthcare protocols. Utilizes strong attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines to ensure effective medication management. Track record of supporting healthcare teams and maintaining accurate patient records.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Technician
Hidden Lakes Senior Living
03.2024 - Current
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Balanced the needs of multiple patients simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in medication preparation and distribution, contributing to overall patient satisfaction.
Med Tech/ Caregiver
Sodalis Senior Living
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Shift Supervisor/Caregiver
Certus
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient shift scheduling and task delegation.
- Reduced employee turnover rate by fostering a positive work environment and addressing staff concerns promptly.
- Ensured smooth operations during peak hours by effectively managing resources and staff allocations
- Enhanced elderly residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
- Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
Assistant Manager
Dollar Tree
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Directed and led employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency
- Secured revenue, accurately monitoring transactions and deposits to eliminate discrepancies
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply
- Develop good customer relationships
- Participate in recruitment and dismissal processes
- Email and phone correspondence
- Handled inline customers in a polite, courteous, and efficient manner
- Assisted in store opening by setting up office space, computers and cash registers.
Mental Health Technician
Indian River Medical Center
06.2018 - 04.2020
- Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments
- Intervened in cases when clients wished to leave facility against medical advice
- Monitor Vital Signs
- Led individual and group therapy sessions to promote patient wellness and independence.
Activities Assistant
Consulate Health Care
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Kept activities spaces organized, clean and tidy
- Helped residents participate in activities with basic and advanced mobility support
- Assisted residents with developing and maintaining positive social skills, mental aptitude, confidence and strong interpersonal connections
- Used one-on-one meetings and small groups to engage residents in facility life
- Upheld positive quality of life standards for residents of all ability levels
- Maintained adequate supplies to meet activities needs
- Tracked resident demographics and preferences in order to develop enjoyable activities plans
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
Companion Aide
12.2014 - 05.2016
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
- Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care
- Engaged client in physical and mental activities to sustain quality of life.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Ft. Pierce Training Center
Ft. Pierce, FLMedical Assistant/ Phlebotomy - undefined
Adult And Community Education
Vero Beach, FLCertified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Adult And Community Education
Vero Beach, FLHigh School Diploma - undefined
Vero Beach High School
Vero Beach, FLSkills
- Communication
- Empathy
- Adaptive team player
- Medication administration
- Healthcare regulations
- Courteous demeanor
- Active learner
- Critical thinking
- Basic Computer Skills
- Time management
- Organized
- Dependable
Timeline
Medication Technician
Hidden Lakes Senior Living
03.2024 - Current
Med Tech/ Caregiver
Sodalis Senior Living
09.2023 - 03.2024
Shift Supervisor/Caregiver
Certus
11.2022 - 09.2023
Assistant Manager
Dollar Tree
11.2021 - 03.2022
Mental Health Technician
Indian River Medical Center
06.2018 - 04.2020
Activities Assistant
Consulate Health Care
08.2017 - 07.2019
Companion Aide
12.2014 - 05.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Ft. Pierce Training Center
Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomy - undefined
Adult And Community Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Adult And Community Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Vero Beach High School
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