Chyna Cox
Syracuse
Summary
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Technician /Lead Direct Support Professional
Keepsake
Syracuse
07.2023 - 01.2026
- Performed hourly resident checks during night shifts to ensure safety and accurate documentation.
- Administered medications on schedule and maintained precise medication logs to reduce dosing errors.
- Provided timely personal care including clothing changes to preserve resident dignity and comfort.
- Communicated resident status and incidents to nursing staff to support care continuity and faster issue resolution.
- Led training for three new techs on medication cart procedures and electronic charting during orientation.
- Ensured controlled substance counts at shift change and logged variances to uphold DEA compliance.
- Performed nightly medication reconciliations using electronic MAR to resolve discrepancies prior to morning rounds.
- Provided care assistance such as helping with bathroom needs and getting drinks.
- Prepared individualized grooming and dressing plans from care plans to respect resident preferences.
- Conducted daily room safety checks and reported hazards to maintenance for timely corrections.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms each shift, logged completion for infection-control audits.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure timely medication delivery.
- Observed and reported any changes in patient condition or behavior associated with medications.
- Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
Teacher Assistant
HW Smith
Syracuse
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided one-on-one support to an autistic student.
- Assisted teachers during field trips.
- Supported teachers with various tasks in special education for 1st and 7th grades.
- Prepared and organized classroom materials, labeled learning centers, and maintained sensory supplies for daily lessons.
- Monitored student behavior during recess and transitions, reporting incidents and calming techniques to teachers.
- Built hands-on manipulatives and visual aids for math lessons to increase engagement and concept understanding.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
Lead Mental Health Technician/rca
Menorah Park
Syracuse
07.2020 - 10.2024
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to healthcare staff.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate records in compliance with regulations.
- Provided psychoeducation to families about their loved one's condition and treatment plan recommendations.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Corcoran High School
SyracuseMEDICAL SECRETARY CERTIFICATE -
EOC
Skills
- Medication management
- Medication record management
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Personal care support
- Crisis intervention
- First aid certification
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Emotional regulation
- Empathy
- Positive attitude
- Psychoeducation
Timeline
Teacher Assistant
HW Smith
09.2023 - 06.2025
Medication Technician /Lead Direct Support Professional
Keepsake
07.2023 - 01.2026
Lead Mental Health Technician/rca
Menorah Park
07.2020 - 10.2024
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Corcoran High School
MEDICAL SECRETARY CERTIFICATE -
EOC