Guadalupe Ramirez
Grants Pass,OR
Summary
Focused and attentive Medication Aide offering 7 years of healthcare expertise. Energetic and personable with thorough knowledge of medication, potential side effects and adverse reactions. Skilled in administering topical, oral, nasal, injections and sublingual medications. Well-versed in monitoring vital signs for indications of medication issues and general health changes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Aide
Rogue Valley Manor
Medford, OR
02.2019 - Current
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Kept digital records of patient details, medications, billing and other activities.
- Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Caregiver
Rogue Valley Manor
Medford, OR
02.2019 - Current
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Private In-Home Caregiver
Private Care
Merlin, OR
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
In-Home Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
Medford, OR
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Medication Aide
Byron Park Retirement
Walnut Creek, CA
01.2015 - 04.2018
- Cared for large caseload of patients totaling approximately 20 per day.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Kept digital records of patient details, medications, billing and other activities.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Diablo High
Concord, CA06.2012
Skills
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Observation Documentation
- Vital Signs Collection
- HIPAA Compliance
- Consistent Follow Through
- First Aid Certification
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Willingness to Learn
- Quality Assurance
- Care Monitoring
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Calm Under Stress
- Multitasking and Prioritization
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medication Aide
Rogue Valley Manor
02.2019 - Current
Caregiver
Rogue Valley Manor
02.2019 - Current
Private In-Home Caregiver
Private Care
08.2018 - 05.2021
In-Home Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
06.2018 - 12.2018
Medication Aide
Byron Park Retirement
01.2015 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Mount Diablo High