Joncena Yeargin
Medication Technician
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Self-aware professional qualified to distribute medication and manage administration. Expertise in medication administration, patient condition reporting and ingestion instruction. Commended for increasing patient independence 100% by educating patients in self-administering prescribed medication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Technician/Aide
Somerset Court At University
Winston-Salem, NC
08.2022 - Current
- Explained treatment procedures, medications and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Medication Aide
Clemmons Village 1
Clemmons, NC
04.2021 - 08.2022
- 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.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Personal Care Assistant
Danby House
Winston-Salem, NC
07.2018 - 03.2022
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
Certified Medication Aide
Salem Terrace Assisted Living
Winston-Salem, NC
03.2020 - 09.2020
- 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.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Livingstone College
Salisbury, NC06.2019
Skills
- Feeding Assistance
- Patient Rights
- Vital Signs Collection
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Medication Therapy Management
- Caregiver Relations
- Observation Documentation
- Patient Health Information Access
- Nursing Plan Development
Timeline
Medication Technician/Aide
Somerset Court At University
08.2022 - Current
Medication Aide
Clemmons Village 1
04.2021 - 08.2022
Certified Medication Aide
Salem Terrace Assisted Living
03.2020 - 09.2020
Personal Care Assistant
Danby House
07.2018 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Livingstone College
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