Loretta Chamblee
Newport News,VA
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with strong background in medication administration and patient care. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and steadfast focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in medication management, patient monitoring, and maintaining compliance with healthcare standards. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring seamless support in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Medication Aide
Charter Senior Living at Newport News
Newport News, VA
10.2024 - 04.2026
- Administered scheduled drugs, including narcotics and charting under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting files.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and to improve overall memory.
- Initiated oxygen and administered life-saving drugs in emergency situations.
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Prepared 40 various medications per shift to distribute to patient orally, topically or through inhalation.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Collected patient specimens and data and monitored vital signs, input, output and other necessary measurements.
Memory Care Coordinator
The Hidenwood
Newport News, VA
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Responsible for Developing, coordinating, and implementing programs and services for residents with dementia.
- Trains staff and assures quality of memory care programming, along with managing of staff, oversight of the community and its programs.
- Identify focused marketing opportunities.
- Assumes the responsibility, under the direction of the Director of Resident Care Services, for the development and facilitation of programming to meet assessed needs.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Delivered continuous quality service, resulting in high satisfaction levels from families and residents.
- Kept family members abreast of important information regarding patient care, health issues and medication.
- Personally, gave prospective residents and families tours of memory care unit, answering questions about services and facility.
- Provided onboarding and coaching to new hires to help each feel comfortable in job positions and prepared to handle various responsibilities.
- Oversaw screening and intake process for new residents.
- Managed and updated operations of 20-bed memory care unit.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
- Initiated training and education programs for supporting healthcare staff.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conflict resolution.
- Collaborated with Quality Team to develop outcomes statistics.
- Directed daily operations at facility caring for more than 40 individuals.
- Headed clinical oversight to devise and establish policies, procedures and best practices in alignment with regulatory requirements.
Memory Care Director
Dominion Village Poquoson
Poquoson, VA
04.1999 - 12.2021
- Administered scheduled drugs, including narcotics and charting under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting files.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and to improve overall memory.
- Initiated oxygen and administered life-saving drugs in emergency situations.
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Prepared 40 various medications per shift to distribute to patient orally, topically or through inhalation.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Collected patient specimens and data and monitored vital signs, input, output and other necessary measurements.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Prepared medications to be delivered to medical facilities by securing in blister packs.
- Monitored and tracked medication of patients and maintained medical equipment.
- Directed memory care programs, enhancing resident engagement and quality of life.
Certified Nurses Aide
Dominion Village at Poquoson
Poquoson, VA
04.1999 - 12.2021
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Delivered nursing assistance to residents in 40-bed Assisted Living care facility.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Attended to patients in 40-bed unit, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bertie High School
North Carolina06-1976
Skills
- Activities scheduling
- Patient relations
- Compassionate care
- Staff development
- Schedule management
- Patient safety
- HIPPA
- Census goals
- Training and onboarding
Certification
Certificate of Completion: CNA Program- 11/1999
Registered Medication Aide License - 2006 to current
Certificate in Dementia Training - 1/2000 to present
Certificate in UAI Training - 1/2006 to present
Certificate in ISP Training to present
Certificate as a Customer Service Trainer - 2011
Timeline
Registered Medication Aide
Charter Senior Living at Newport News
10.2024 - 04.2026
Memory Care Coordinator
The Hidenwood
02.2022 - 08.2023
Memory Care Director
Dominion Village Poquoson
04.1999 - 12.2021
Certified Nurses Aide
Dominion Village at Poquoson
04.1999 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Bertie High School