Christina Baker
The Fountains in Cartersville
CEDARTOWN,GA
Skills
Medication administration
Patient charting
Assistance with ADLs
Inventory control
Geriatric support
Patient assessment
Glucose monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Supply management
Elderly care
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
1 Month- Administer medications according to established protocols and resident care plans.
- Monitor and document vital signs and patient responses to medications.
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members.
- Participate in training sessions to enhance medication administration skills.
- Uphold safety standards in medication handling and resident interactions.
- Support development of individualized care plans through accurate documentation.
Certified Medication Aide
7 Months- Assist nursing staff with daily living activities and personal care for residents.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Checked vital signs on a daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
Certified Medication Aide
1 Year 9 Months- Maintain cleanliness and organization of medication storage areas.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed a positive, outgoing attitude.
- Contributed to efficient facility operations by preparing and organizing medications in advance for scheduled distribution times.
- Improved patient satisfaction through clear communication and compassionate bedside manner during medication administration.
- Displayed excellent attention to detail when updating electronic medical records after each instance of administering medicine as per legal requirements.
Certified Medication Aide
7 Months- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
Medication Technician/Resident Assistant
4 Months- Administered medication accurately and timely to residents, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Implemented best practices for infection control during medication distribution, enhancing overall safety standards.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Expedited the medication pass process without compromising accuracy through effective time management techniques.
Education
GED
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistant
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
3
Years of experience
1
Certificate
Compassionate professional with a strong background in medication administration, resident care and vital signs monitoring. Known for maintaining high safety standards and clear communication with patients and families, contributing to improved care outcomes.