Jessica Lowes
Canton,MI
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medication Technician
Brookdale
Ann Arbor, Michigan
10.2022 - Current
- Created reports for pharmacists on medication orders, refills, and renewals.
- Assisted in the inventory management of controlled substances and other medications.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including medication reminders.
- Ensured that all medications are administered according to physician instructions.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from patients, family members, physicians, nurses, pharmacists or other healthcare professionals concerning medication information.
- Provided support and assistance to nursing staff with patient care activities.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in the medication preparation area.
- Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
- Performed wellness observations, documenting side effects for clinical follow-up.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Administered prescribed medications to patients and maintained related medical records under supervision.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responded to emergencies as needed.
Home Health Aide
Senior key care
Ypsilanti, Michigan
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Entertained, conversed with or read aloud to patients to maintain mental health and alertness.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Assisted clients with proper exercises and rehabilitation.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Salem High School
Plymouth, MI06-2008
Skills
- Prescription verification
- Dosage calculation
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Pharmacy operations management
- Patient confidentiality
- Medication error prevention
- Patient care coordination
- Maintaining medication records
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Daily living assistance
- Adherence to protocols
- Drug interaction awareness
- Safety management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emergency response
- Resident support
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Specimen collection
- Walking rounds
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Medication Technician
Brookdale
10.2022 - Current
Home Health Aide
Senior key care
06.2021 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Salem High School