Lisa Stradford
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Experienced Medication Aide and Home Health Aide with a strong background in medication administration, resident care, and accurate MAR charting. Known for safety compliance, attention to detail, and compassionate support with daily living needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Amada Senior Care
Mesa, Arizona
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted Amada Senior Care clients with bathing, grooming, and dressing routines.
- Supported mobility, transfers, and safe walking throughout client homes.
- Prepared meals and snacks following client care plans.
Certified Medication Aide
Tempe post accute
Tempe, Arizona
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Administered scheduled medications to Tempe Post Acute residents.
- Ensured accuracy of medication orders and verified resident identity before administration to promote safety.
- Documented medication doses on resident charts and MAR logs.
- Observed residents for side effects and reported changes to the nursing staff.
- Assisted residents with daily care and comfort needs to enhance overall well-being.
- Followed infection control procedures throughout post-acute care tasks.
- Communicated resident concerns clearly with nurses and the care team.
- Restocked medication supplies and organized treatment areas to streamline medication access and improve efficiency.
Medication Aide
Brookdale Tempe
Tempe, Arizona
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Administered medications to Brookdale Tempe residents following care plans and physician orders.
- Verified prescriptions, dosages, and schedules before medication delivery.
- Observed residents for reactions and reported concerns to nursing staff.
- Assisted Brookdale Tempe nurses with daily medication pass routines.
- Documented medication records in Brookdale Tempe charts and MAR logs.
- Maintained secure medication storage and controlled inventory supplies.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues.
Certified Medication Aide
The citidale
Mesa, Az
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Administered scheduled medications to Tempe Post Acute residents.
- Organized and administered medications on schedule, enhancing symptom management and quality of life for residents.
- Calculated dosages accurately per physician orders and age-specific guidelines, ensuring safe medication administration.
- Recorded medication doses on resident charts and MAR logs.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient’s medical history, vital signs and progress notes.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, documenting concerns and reporting to case manager to ensure timely interventions.
- Communicated resident concerns clearly with nurses and the care team.
- Maintained current knowledge of state regulations related to medication administration.
Education
Information And Communication Technology
Alta Business And Professional Training
Mesa Az03-2010
GED -
South Charleston High
Charleston, WV06-1997
Skills
- Medication administration
- MAR charting
- Vital signs monitoring
- Client mobility support
- Infection control
- Care plan follow-up
- Resident observation
- Medication reconciliation
- Daily living support
- Supply inventory
- Client communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Team coordination
- Patient transport
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Dementia support
- First aid and safety
- Medical terminology and equipment
- ADL support
- Bathing assistance
- Care plan assessment
- Ambulation techniques
- Catheter care assistance
- Patient lifting techniques
- Chronic disease management
- Medication organization
- Care plan implementation
- Mobility support
- Wound care
- Emotional support
- Feeding assistance
- Medical charting
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Client safety and first aid
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Amada Senior Care
07.2023 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Tempe post accute
02.2021 - 07.2022
Medication Aide
Brookdale Tempe
05.2019 - 04.2021
Certified Medication Aide
The citidale
01.2016 - 12.2018
Information And Communication Technology
Alta Business And Professional Training
GED -
South Charleston High