Kahlea Hammond
McKinney,TX
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.
Communicative Med Tech offering one-year background in following set medication programs. Proficient in performing all procedures of good nursing assistant care. Highly skilled in taking and recording vital signs.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medication Technician
Morada Senior Living
01.2023 - Current
- Began as caregiver and was promoted to Med Tech.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately administering medications according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Ensured proper medication storage and inventory management for optimal efficiency and compliance with regulations.
- Provided exceptional patient support, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding medications and treatments.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Caregiver
Senior Helpers
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Caregiver
Royal Gardens Of Camarillo
06.2017 - 02.2020
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal serving.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Maintained clean personal areas.
- Assisted in Memory care and Assisted living.
Health Caregiver
Hill Horizons
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families through open communication channels and empathetic listening skills.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies by implementing appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hueneme High School
Oxnard, CA06.2014
Skills
- Patient Care Coordination
- Drug Interaction Monitoring
- Prescription Verification
- Medication Storage Compliance
- Staff Training and Development
- Daily living assistance
- Emergency Response
- HIPAA Compliance
Timeline
Lead Medication Technician
Morada Senior Living
01.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Senior Helpers
03.2021 - 11.2022
Caregiver
Royal Gardens Of Camarillo
06.2017 - 02.2020
Health Caregiver
Hill Horizons
06.2016 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Hueneme High School
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