Deniece Taylor
Portage,IN
Summary
Qualified Medication Aide with experience in administering prescribed medications to patients, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining medical records. Skilled at fostering nurturing environments and promoting overall patient well-being through quality care. Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining a high level of professionalism and compassion. Notable for contributing positively to team efforts and improving patient outcomes through attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QMA
Wyndmoor of Portage
Portage, IN
05.2025 - Current
- Administered medications to residents according to prescribed schedules.
- Educated residents on medication usage and side effects.
- Reported changes in resident conditions to healthcare professionals.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
QMA
Green Oaks of Valparaiso
Valparaiso, Indiana
01.2025 - Current
- Administer medications as instructed by physician.
- Participated in training courses related to First Aid principles, skills and techniques.
- Provided emergency care to injured or ill individuals.
- Educated residents on medication usage and side effects.
- Reported changes in resident conditions to healthcare professionals.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
Patient Care Technician
St Catherine Hospital
East Chicago, Indiana
12.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
Cna & Qma
Life Care Center Of The Willows
Valparaiso, IN
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily activities and personal hygiene.
- Assisted in mobility support, helping patients with transfers and walking.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Documented medication administration accurately in resident records and logs.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
Cna
Regency Hospital Company LLC
Portage, Indiana
09.2016 - 02.2022
- Assisted nurses with patient care procedures and equipment setup.
- Assisted nurses in critical care hospital by monitoring vital signs and providing patient care.
- Carried out daily rounds on assigned patients ensuring that they are comfortable at all times .
- Assisted in transferring patients from beds to wheelchairs and stretchers for transport purposes.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
Cna
Vibra Hospital of Crown Point
Crown Point, IN
02.2014 - 09.2016
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted code team to rapid responses and code blue emergencies
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Education
Qma Certificate - Qma
Med Ed INC
Merrillville, IN04-2023
Cna Certificate - Cna
TWC Training
East Chicago, IN02-2009
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient education
- Emergency care
- Health reporting
- Patient care techniques
- Time management
- Task prioritization
Certification
- Cna Certificate CNA0901018
- Qma Certificate QMA2300831
Timeline
QMA
Wyndmoor of Portage
05.2025 - Current
QMA
Green Oaks of Valparaiso
01.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
St Catherine Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Cna & Qma
Life Care Center Of The Willows
09.2022 - 12.2023
Cna
Regency Hospital Company LLC
09.2016 - 02.2022
Cna
Vibra Hospital of Crown Point
02.2014 - 09.2016
Qma Certificate - Qma
Med Ed INC
Cna Certificate - Cna
TWC Training