Open To Work
Kadiatu Fullah
Annandale,VA
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated Medication Aide excelling in medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and HIPAA compliance. Committed to enhancing patient care and fostering positive relationships within the healthcare team.
Experienced Lead Caregiver fostering teamwork and enhancing patient care through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Known for developing individualized care plans and mentoring junior staff to ensure high-quality caregiving standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Aide
Sunrise Senior Living
Mclean
01.2023 - Current
- Administer medications accurately and timely to residents, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Monitor residents' reactions to medications, documenting changes in health status for care team review.
- Collaborate with nursing staff to develop and update individualized care plans based on resident needs.
- Educate residents and families on medication management, enhancing understanding of treatment plans.
- Maintain accurate medication records, ensuring documentation meets regulatory requirements and standards.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
- Enhanced patient health by accurately administering prescribed medications according to schedule.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards, safeguarding sensitive patient information at all times during recordkeeping duties.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers and pharmacists, ensuring accuracy in both prescription orders and dosage instructions.
Lead Caregiver/Medication Aide
Sunrise Senior Living
McLean, VA
04.2020 - Current
- Supervised daily activities for residents, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Mentored junior caregivers, enhancing team skills and performance standards.
- Implemented training programs for new staff on best caregiving practices.
- Fostered positive relationships with residents and families to improve satisfaction.
- Boosted patient morale by fostering strong relationships built on trust, empathy, and open communication.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations and professional ethics.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of vital signs, medication intake, and daily activities for effective monitoring of patients'' progress.
- Assisted patients with mobility limitations through proper transfer techniques and adaptive devices to ensure safe movement within their homes.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Education
Higher Teachers Certificate [Secondary] - Linguistics
Enerst Bai Koroma University of Science And Technology
Sierra Leone01-2019
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Glucose monitoring
- Insulin injection administration
- Medication schedule adherence
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Medication administration
- Prescription verification
- Documentation accuracy
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
Languages
English
Professional Working
Interests
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Timeline
Medication Aide
Sunrise Senior Living
01.2023 - Current
Lead Caregiver/Medication Aide
Sunrise Senior Living
04.2020 - Current
Higher Teachers Certificate [Secondary] - Linguistics
Enerst Bai Koroma University of Science And Technology