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Crystal Holt
Lexington Park,MD
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant/CMA supporting medication administration, monitoring 30+ residents per shift for medication effects and condition changes, and daily care in long-term care settings. Delivers accurate medication passes, documents changes in resident condition, and maintains infection control and HIPAA compliance throughout the shift. Coordinates closely with nursing staff to keep carts stocked, care tasks moving, and residents safe and comfortable.
Overview
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Language
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Certifications
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Chesapeake ShoresLexington Park, MD
Certified Nursing Assistant/CMA
03.2025 - 06.2026
Job overview
- Track 5-20 medication administrations per shift while documenting doses, timing, and resident responses.
- Administer medications according to prescribed schedules, verifying proper dosage, handling, and storage procedures.
- Observe residents for adverse reactions or side effects and report concerns promptly to the healthcare team.
- Support infection control during medication rounds to reduce cross-contamination risks and maintain safe care practices.
- Maintain HIPAA-compliant confidentiality while handling resident information and medication records.
- Assist with resident care tasks and medication preparation in line with CNA/CMA standards and facility policy.
Chesapeake Shores Nursing CenterLexington Park, MD
Certified Medical Aide (CMA)/GNA
01.2002 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Maintained 5-20% medication cart readiness by cleaning and stocking carts at the start and end of each shift.
- Supported 5-20 residents per shift during medication rounds while following nurse-directed updates.
- Administered medications to the right patient at the right time and dose in line with nurse instructions.
- Checked with nurses at the start of each shift for medication changes before preparing resident doses.
- Reported resident changes and concerns promptly to nurses for follow-up and care adjustments.
- Supported feeding and transfers when GNA assistance was needed for resident care.
- Helped maintain safe resident care by responding to changes and escalating issues to the nurse.
Sage Point Nursing & Rehabilition CtrLa Plata, MD
Certified Medicine Aide
06.2003 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Monitored 20-50 resident medication passes per shift while following the right patient, route, dose, and time.
- Completed 20-50 shift handoffs by receiving report, counting narcotics, and exchanging medication keys at start and end of shift.
- Prepared medication carts before each shift and organized supplies for timely administration.
- Provided patient care between medication passes, supporting daily needs and resident comfort.
- Documented shift report for the incoming med aide and transferred cart keys at clock-out.
- Maintained medication cart cleanliness and readiness throughout the shift.
- Supported safe resident care by coordinating with nursing staff during report handoffs and medication rounds.
St. Mary's Nursing CenterLeonardtown, MD
GNA/CMA
03.1993 - 06.2003
Job overview
- Supported training to the medicine cart after completing over 1000 hrs. as a GNA within a year and took floor assignments when needed.
- Received nurse reports at shift start and organized linen supplies for each assigned patient room.
- Provided complete bed baths for non-scheduled residents, including bedbound patients using a wash basin.
- Assisted residents to the bathroom for washing and dressing while maintaining respectful, hands-on care.
- Reported changes in resident condition to the charge nurse when needed and supported timely follow-up.
- Documented care activities and patient changes to support accurate handoffs and resident care records.
- Adapted to floor needs while continuing routine care tasks and maintaining reliable patient support.
Education
Chopticon High SchoolMorganza, MD
High School Diploma
06-1986
University Overview
Skills
Medication administration
Medical documentation
HIPAA
Basic life support
CPR
Patient assessment
Patient observation
Vital signs
Dementia care
Activities of daily living assistance
Task delegation
Care plan coordination
Incident reporting
Resident intake screening
Quality assurance audits
Transfer assistance documentation
Certified medication aide credential
Certified nursing assistant credential
Personal Information
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employerCertification
Certified Medication Aide
Languages
English
Additional Information
Additional Information
I am a very hard decade fast learner worker. I care about my patients as if they were my own family members. I have what it takes to be consider for the job. Willing and able to expand my knowledge and experience. I'm back home in the last week of March and hoping to have a job set-up and ready for me to continue working. Willing to come back earlier if I'm able to be hired. Also willing to get the training for any other certifications needed for the job.Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/CMA
Chesapeake Shores
03.2025 - 06.2026
Certified Medicine Aide
Sage Point Nursing & Rehabilition Ctr
06.2003 - 03.2023
Certified Medical Aide (CMA)/GNA
Chesapeake Shores Nursing Center
01.2002 - 06.2024
GNA/CMA
St. Mary's Nursing Center
03.1993 - 06.2003
Chopticon High School
High School Diploma