Dana Webber
Harrington ,DE
Summary
Dedicated Certified Medication Technician with extensive experience at Caroline Center Inc, adept at enhancing patient care through meticulous medication administration and effective communication. Proven ability to reduce medication errors and improve safety protocols while demonstrating strong teamwork and compassion. Skilled in medication storage and patient assessments, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medication Technician
Caroline Center Inc
10.2005 - 04.2026
- Administered prescribed medications to residents, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Monitored residents for adverse reactions, documenting observations for healthcare team assessments.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate medication administration records, enhancing operational efficiency and accountability.
- Coordinated with nursing staff to address medication-related queries and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Educated residents on medication usage and potential side effects, fostering understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Implemented best practices for medication storage, contributing to improved safety and accessibility of pharmaceuticals.
- Participated in training sessions for new staff on medication handling procedures and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care plans based on individual resident needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate records of dispensed medications, ensuring timely refills and proper disposal of expired or unused medications.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on current medication guidelines, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Assisted in reducing medication errors by diligently cross-checking prescription information with patients'' medical histories.
- Improved patient care by accurately administering medication as prescribed and closely monitoring for side effects.
- Enhanced medication administration efficiency by maintaining an organized system for tracking patients'' medications and schedules.
- Contributed to a safer healthcare environment by reporting any observed adverse reactions or medication discrepancies promptly.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure proper dosage, timing, and documentation of administered medications for optimal patient outcomes.
- Streamlined the medication storage process by organizing and labeling supplies according to established guidelines for easy access during busy shifts.
- Consistently maintained a professional demeanor when interacting with patients, families, coworkers, and supervisors alike, fostering a positive work environment.
- Supported patients'' well-being by answering questions about their medications and educating them on potential side effects or interactions.
- Served as a reliable resource for new hires, providing guidance and support on medication technician procedures and expectations.
- Promoted patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and personalized attention during medication administration rounds.
- Increased patient comfort levels while administering injections or oral medications through gentle handling techniques and clear explanations of each step involved in the process.
- Assisted in conducting audits on medication administration practices to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and identify areas for improvement.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress, medication adjustments, or other pertinent topics related to patient care.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by efficiently completing all assigned tasks within specified deadlines despite high patient volumes or other challenges faced during shifts.
- Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols during medication administration procedures to minimize cross-contamination risks.
- Aided in the development of customized care plans for patients with complex medical histories requiring multiple medications with different dosing regimens.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
- Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Caroline High School
Ridgely, MD05.1992
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Dressing assistance
- First aid procedures
- Patient confidentiality
- Feeding assistance
- Transfer techniques
- Mental health support
- Behavioral management
- Ambulation assistance
- Dosage calculation
- Continuing education
- Drug interaction awareness
- Oral hygiene assistance
- Medication storage
- Range of motion exercises
- Safety management
- Daily living assistance
- Patient care
- Patient observation
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient assessments
- Specimen collection
- Medication administration
- Healthcare regulations
- Emergency response
- Resident support
- Medical records management
- Records updating
- Regulatory compliance
- Walking rounds
- Condition tracking
- Distribution recordkeeping
- Resident care associate
- Meal preparation
- Health education
- Certified phlebotomy technician
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Vital signs
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Direct patient care
- Empathy and compassionate care
- CPR certification
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Recording vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Collecting vital signs
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Calm under stress
- Activities of daily living ADL support
- Dementia care
- Heavy lifting
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Supporting personal needs
- Catheter care
- Relationship building
- Clinical documentation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Patient care quality
- Bedside manner
- Wound care
- Patient relationship building
- Emotional support
- Electronic charting
- Pain management
- Client documentation
- Documenting behaviors
- Team building
- Family communication
- Patient positioning
- Emotional and social support
- Task prioritization
- Personal care aide
- Responding to emergencies
- Room cleaning and restocking
- Certified nursing assistant (CNA)
- Blood sugar monitoring
Self motivation
Timeline
Certified Medication Technician
Caroline Center Inc
10.2005 - 04.2026
High School Diploma -
North Caroline High School