Medication Aide
American House
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Enhanced patient health by accurately administering prescribed medications according to schedule.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring an adequate stock of medications was always available for patients'' needs.
- Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Supported the nursing staff with essential tasks, streamlining the overall care process.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Safeguarded patients from potential drug interactions by carefully reviewing their medical histories before administering any new medications.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
