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Kaylea Atkinson

Acworth,GA

Summary

Proven track record in enhancing patient care at Wickshire Senior Living, adept in Medical Records Management and offering compassionate support. Excelled in emergency response, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in medication administration and patient observation, significantly improved treatment planning and care delivery. Maintains strict confidentiality and adherence to healthcare regulations, fostering trust and safety.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Medication Technician by Proxy/ Nightshift Supervi

Wickshire Senior Living
04.2022 - 03.2024
  • Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
  • Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
  • Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
  • Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
  • Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
  • Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
  • Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
  • Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
  • Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
  • Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
  • Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.

• Responsible for Nightshift Employees Monthly work schedule


• Responsible for delegating Nightshift staff

Caregiver

Acumen Fiscal Agency
11.2014 - 01.2019
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.

CNA in Training

Grand View Nursing Home
03.2006 - 10.2007
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA

GED - GED

Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA
10.2013

Skills

  • Medical Records Management
  • Daily living assistance
  • Emergency Response
  • Records Updating
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Medication Administration
  • Healthcare regulations
  • Patient Observation
  • Medication storage
  • Condition tracking
  • Patient Care
  • Insurance Verification
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Walking rounds
  • Safety Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Patient Assessments
  • Resident support
  • Specimen Collection

Award

Awarded the Cherokee county Sheriff’s Department Life saving Award in August 2017 for successfully resuscitating a 4 year old drowning victim.

Timeline

Medication Technician by Proxy/ Nightshift Supervi

Wickshire Senior Living
04.2022 - 03.2024

Caregiver

Acumen Fiscal Agency
11.2014 - 01.2019

CNA in Training

Grand View Nursing Home
03.2006 - 10.2007

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

Chattahoochee Technical College

GED - GED

Chattahoochee Technical College
Kaylea Atkinson