Crystal Carper
Harrisonburg,VA
Summary
Patient-focused Medication Aide with exceptional listening and communication traits. Energetic and amicable with advanced understanding of medications, possible side effects and adverse reactions. Knowledge of applying topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Highly skilled in monitoring vital signs, both post and pre-medication administration.
Compassionate professional in healthcare, particularly skilled in providing exceptional home care support. Known for productivity and efficiency in task completion, ensuring comfort and well-being of clients. Specialized skills include patient mobility assistance, basic medical monitoring, and personalized care plan adherence. Excel in empathy, communication, and patience, using these soft skills to enhance client satisfaction and trust.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Heath Aide
Larry Ford ( my father)
Harrisonburg, VA
03.2016 - 07.2024
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Transported client to doctor appointments and social events.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
White Birch Communitys
CNA/Medtech
Bridgewater , VA
04.2008 - 05.2016
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
- Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Verified expiration dates on all medications prior to dispensing them.
- Assisted in the preparation and delivery of medications to patients.
- Assisted with ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and delivering medications throughout the facility.
- Received verbal orders from physicians and other healthcare providers regarding prescriptions and refills.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations regarding medication administration.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
- Prepared and administered oral, topical, and injectable medications as directed by healthcare providers.
- Conducted regular audits of medication administration records for compliance with regulations.
Stock Room Associate
Ross
Harrisonburg, Virginia
04.2006 - 04.2007
- Processed returns, exchanges, and transfers in accordance with company policy.
- Stamped price tags on merchandise, referring to official price lists.
- Assisted customers with locating requested items within the store or stockroom area.
- Unloaded trucks, checked in merchandise, stocked shelves with newly arrived items, and moved existing stock around as necessary.
- Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Received purchase orders from vendors and prepared packing slips for outgoing shipments accordingly.
- Kept stockroom clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Stored and organized items in tool or supply rooms, allowing for easy retrieval.
Education
State License - Medication Technician
Medication Technician Class
Harrisonburg, VA11-2008
State License - Certificated Nursing Assistant
Bridgewater Retirement Community
Bridgewater, Va10-2006
High School Diploma -
Harrisonburg High School
Harrisonburg, Virginia05-2003
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient documentation
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Housekeeping duties
- Infection control
- Emotional support
- Patient mobility assistance
- Companionship services
- Record keeping
- Healthcare communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Progress documentation
- Continuous improvement
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation and reporting
- Care for patients
- Crisis management
- Meal preparation
- Hospice care
- Medication organization
- Certified nursing assistant
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Adaptability
- Care plan implementation
- Report observations
- Disability support
- Daily charting
- Family caregiver education
- Heartsaver first aid (first aid)
- Bedside care
- Exercise assistance
- Ambulation assistance
- Patient lifting techniques
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Medical terminology and equipment
- Diabetic health management
- Teamwork
- Active listening
- Mental stimulation exercises
- Appointment scheduling
- Medication management
- Self motivation
- Mental health support
- Verbal and written communication
- Bathing support
- Physical fitness
- Personal care
- Heavy lifting
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Patient advocacy
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient record keeping
- Client transportation
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient safety
- Specimen collection
- Resident support
- Medical equipment operation
- Respiratory equipment training
- Blood sugar monitoring
- Bathing assistance
- Nutrition management
- Oral hygiene
- Patient assessments
- Conducting intakes
- Infection control procedures
- Monitoring fluids
- Pain management
- Catheter monitoring
- Rehabilitation assistance
References
- White Birch communitys Patricia Hughes-540-879-9699
- Sandra Dove 540-575-1393
- Larry Ford 540-575-0011
Timeline
Home Heath Aide
Larry Ford ( my father)
03.2016 - 07.2024
White Birch Communitys
CNA/Medtech
04.2008 - 05.2016
Stock Room Associate
Ross
04.2006 - 04.2007
State License - Medication Technician
Medication Technician Class
State License - Certificated Nursing Assistant
Bridgewater Retirement Community
High School Diploma -
Harrisonburg High School