Kari Contreraz
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Highly skilled healthcare professional with strong foundation in medication administration and patient care. Known for reliable teamwork, adaptability to changing needs, and results-driven approach. Expertise in maintaining accurate records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and providing compassionate support to patients. Recognized for strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in collaborative environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Aide
Wilshire
02.2023 - Current
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Updated patient records accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper documentation and communication between healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines for optimal patient care.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
- Maintained patient records and reports to enable tracking history and provide accurate and up-to-date information for physicians and other medical staff.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Medication Aide
Legacy At The South Plains
04.2019 - 02.2023
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Updated patient records accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper documentation and communication between healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines for optimal patient care.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
- Maintained patient records and reports to enable tracking history and provide accurate and up-to-date information for physicians and other medical staff.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring an adequate stock of medications was always available for patients'' needs.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards, safeguarding sensitive patient information at all times during recordkeeping duties.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Safeguarded patients from potential drug interactions by carefully reviewing their medical histories before administering any new medications.
- Supported the nursing staff with essential tasks, streamlining the overall care process.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of state regulations regarding medication administration, staying current on updates as needed.
- Improved patient understanding of medications by providing clear explanations of drug actions and side effects.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients and their families, providing emotional support throughout their treatment journey.
- Facilitated seamless shift changes by thoroughly documenting medication administration activities for incoming team members.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
Caregiver
Raider Ranch
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Education
GED -
Adult Education
1601 24th St10-2024
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Glucose monitoring
- Team coordination
- Insulin injection administration
- Monitoring for side effects
- Emergency care
- Medication dispensing
- Drug inventory control
- Drug safety
- Medication schedule adherence
- Pharmaceutical orders
- Equipment inspection and cleaning
- Patient observation
- Attention to detail
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal and written communication
- Prescription verification
- Documentation accuracy
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Administering medications
Certification
- CPhT - Certified Pharmacy Technician
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Medication Aide
Wilshire
02.2023 - Current
Medication Aide
Legacy At The South Plains
04.2019 - 02.2023
Caregiver
Raider Ranch
08.2017 - 09.2018
GED -
Adult Education
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