Claudia Pinon
Riverside,CA
Summary
Dedicated Medication Technician with proven expertise at Estancia Del Sol in medication administration and patient care. Recognized for enhancing patient safety through meticulous monitoring and attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills foster trust and communication, while a commitment to regulatory compliance ensures high standards in healthcare delivery.
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
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Technician
Estancia Del Sol
04.2022 - Current
- Administered medication to residents according to prescribed schedules and safety protocols.
- Monitored residents' health conditions, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate medication records and documentation for compliance audits.
- Trained new staff on medication administration procedures and safety standards.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of medications, ensuring stock levels met operational needs.
- 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.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Improved medication administration accuracy by meticulously following physician orders and verifying patient information.
- Promoted a supportive environment for patients experiencing side effects or difficulties with medications, offering empathy and guidance where appropriate.
- Assisted in training new Medication Technicians on best practices and company policies, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Developed strong relationships with pharmacy personnel, streamlining communication regarding medication orders and adjustments as needed.
- Ensured proper disposal of expired or unused medications according to state regulations and facility procedures, maintaining a safe work environment.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when preparing medication dosages, leading to increased patient satisfaction scores.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring for adverse drug reactions and promptly reporting concerns to nursing staff.
- Streamlined process for receiving and documenting physician orders, improving response times to medication changes.
- Strengthened patient trust by maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating empathy during interactions.
- Reduced emergency hospital visits by monitoring patient responses to medications and adjusting as necessary.
- Reduced medication errors with meticulous attention to detail in medication preparation and administration.
Administrative Assistant/Residential Home Manager
Abbey Elder Care
08.2016 - 08.2024
- Managed scheduling and calendar coordination for executive team, ensuring efficient time allocation.
- Prepared and organized reports and presentations, enhancing communication clarity among departments.
- Executed office supply management, optimizing inventory levels and reducing costs.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new staff, improving integration into company culture.
- Streamlined document filing systems, increasing accessibility and retrieval speed for critical information.
- Coordinated internal meetings, ensuring all logistical details were handled effectively for smooth operations.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with vendors, enhancing service quality and reliability.
- Assisted in budget tracking and expense reporting, supporting financial accuracy in administrative functions.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
- Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
- Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
- Managed expense reports for executive staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
- Improved staff morale by organizing recognition programs, acknowledging outstanding contributions and fostering positive work culture.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
- Contributed to policy updates, researching regulations to ensure company compliance.
- Supported recruitment processes, scheduling interviews and communicating with applicants to improve hiring timelines.
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication reconciliation
- Healthcare regulations
- Pharmacy knowledge
- Records updating
- Safety management
- Dosage calculation
- Drug interaction awareness
- Patient assessments
- Daily living assistance
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient observation
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Insurance verification
- Specimen collection
- Emergency response
- Resident support
- Medical records management
- Regulatory compliance
- Condition tracking
- Medication storage
- Distribution recordkeeping
- Care monitoring
- Medical terminology
- Patient-focused care
- Resident care associate
- Wound care
- Attention to detail
- Clinical documentation
- Calm under stress
- Patient positioning
- Electronic charting
- Direct patient care
- Injury prevention
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Patient care technician (PCT)
- Universal precautions
- Time management
- Room cleaning and restocking
- Blood sugar monitoring
- Outpatient care
- Administering medications
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Certified medication technician (CMT)
- EMR updating
- Family communication
- Personal care aide
- Patient care quality
- Meal preparation
- Mobility assistance
- Resident care associate (RCA)
- Nutrition and diet
- Case management
- Biohazard disposal
- Patient evaluations
- Behavior redirection
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
- Achieved Zero Discrepancies according to Community Care Licensing Division with accuracy and efficiency.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Medication Technician
Estancia Del Sol
04.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant/Residential Home Manager
Abbey Elder Care
08.2016 - 08.2024