Ciera Neiswonger
Amherst,NY
Summary
Highly motivated Lead Resident Medication Associate with 3 years of experience in healthcare settings, including long-term, rehabilitation, and memory care. Skilled in patient care, communication, and time management, and dedicated to enhancing patient well-being. Currently graduating with an Associate's degree in Nursing, a BLS certification, and looking forward to working towards a Bachelor's degree in Nursing to further the commitment to delivering compassionate, educated care in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Medication Aide and Resident Care Associate
Brookdale Niagara Memory Care
04.2024 - Current
- Administered medications to approximately 40 patients according to prescribed dosage, schedule, and safety protocols
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration and patient responses in the electronic medication record system
- Assisted in the ordering, storage, and inventory control of medications and supplies in collaboration with pharmacists to prevent discrepancies
- Responded promptly to changes in prescription orders, ensuring no medication errors were made
- Ensured that state regulations regarding the handling and administration of controlled substances were followed
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress, concerns, and adjustments in treatment plans
- Assisted 12-20 residents in activities of daily living at any one time
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Worked in multiple units, including long-term, rehabilitation, and memory care, taking care of 20-30 residents at any one time, with some days being upward of 40-50 residents
- Provided hands-on patient care, such as bathing, dressing, feeding, assisting with mobility, and other activities of daily living
- Assisted in transferring patients between beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or other modes of transportation using proper body mechanics and described transfer methods
- Supported patients' emotional well-being by actively listening to their concerns, offering comfort, and ensuring their rights were respected
Sales Associate
Famous Footwear
07.2021 - 06.2023
- At the register, returns, exchanges, in-store and curbside pickups, sales transactions, and scheduling
- On the floor, cleaned/organized shoes, moved and filled merchandise, found and packaged home deliveries, helped manage inventory, and provided customers with information on the items and deals going on in the store.
Education
Associate's degree - Nursing
Erie Community College
Williamsville, NY05.2025
High school diploma - undefined
Lincoln-Way East High School
Frankfort, IL05.2022
Skills
- Patient Care
- Communication skills
- Patient care coordination
- Phone etiquette
- Continuing education commitment
- Time management
- Vital Signs
Certification
- BLS Certification June 2023 to Present
- CNA June 2023 to June 2024
Languages
English - Fluent
Spanish - Intermediate
Timeline
Lead Medication Aide and Resident Care Associate
Brookdale Niagara Memory Care
04.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Northgate Health and Rehabilitation Center
06.2023 - 03.2024
Sales Associate
Famous Footwear
07.2021 - 06.2023
High school diploma - undefined
Lincoln-Way East High School
Associate's degree - Nursing
Erie Community College
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