Kristen Stevens
Boley,OK
Summary
Focused and attentive Medication Aide offering 10 years of healthcare expertise. Energetic and personable with thorough knowledge of medication, potential side effects and adverse reactions. Skilled in administering topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Well-versed in monitoring vital signs for indications of medication issues and general health changes. 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.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CMA
Parkland Manor Living Center
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
CNA/CMA
Parkland Manor Living Center
10.2021 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Okemah High School
Okemah, OK05.2011
Skills
- Data Entry
- HIPAA Compliance
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient-Focused Care
- Medical Terminology
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Bathing
- Patient Oral Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Medical Terminology in English
- Compassionate
- Adaptable
- First Aid
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
CMA
Parkland Manor Living Center
01.2023 - Current
CNA/CMA
Parkland Manor Living Center
10.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Okemah High School
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
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