Marqunita Westbrook
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Certified Medication Aide with expertise in medication administration and HIPAA compliance, previously at Southern Specialty Nursing and Rehab. Enhanced patient care through compassionate communication and reduced medication errors by 20%. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and ADL support, fostering long-term professional relationships and ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.
Experienced with medication administration and patient care. Utilizes thorough knowledge of medication protocols to ensure patient safety. Strong understanding of healthcare procedures and compassionate care delivery.
Healthcare professional prepared for medication administration and patient support roles. Known for ensuring accurate medication distribution and enhancing patient well-being. Collaborative team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes and adapting to changing healthcare needs. Skilled in patient care and medication management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Southern Specialty Nursing and Rehab
Lubbock, TX
04.2025 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications to patients following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents.
- Maintained accurate medication records and documentation for compliance audits.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of medication storage areas to promote safety standards.
- 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.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Promoted patient safety with thorough knowledge of medication interactions and contraindications.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Certified Medication Aide
The Plaza At Lubbock
Lubbock, TX
03.2024 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of medication management practices.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Performed regular safety checks on medication storage areas to maintain a secure and organized environment.
- Displayed excellent attention to detail when updating electronic medical records after each instance of administering medicine as per legal requirements.
Certified Medication Aide
Windmill Villiage Nursing and Rehab
Lubbock, TX
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Provided training and mentoring for newly hired Certified Medication Aides, promoting a consistent level of quality care across all staff members.
- Contributed to efficient facility operations by preparing and organizing medications in advance for scheduled distribution times.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely delivery of required treatments.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of state regulations governing Certified Medication Aides, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines during daily tasks.
- Assisted in the management of medication inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and minimizing waste.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
Certified Medication Aide
Vitality Shadow Hills
Lubbock, TX
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Improved patient satisfaction through clear communication and compassionate bedside manner during medication administration.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving patients'' health issues related to their medications, coordinating closely with nursing staff for optimal outcomes.
- Conducted regular audits of patient charts to verify proper documentation of administered medications, contributing to regulatory compliance efforts within the facility.
- Strengthened interdisciplinary collaboration through active participation in team meetings discussing patients'' progress, concerns, or changes in their medical conditions requiring adjustments in treatment plans.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
Certified Medication Aide
Brookdale Remington Park Assisted Living
Lubbock, TX
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Educated patients and families on proper medication usage, side effects, and potential drug interactions.
- Assisted medical professionals in administering injections and IV medications, thereby increasing overall efficiency within the healthcare facility.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Explained treatment procedures, medications, and diets to inform patient and patient's family of care and progress.
- Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
Education
High School Diploma -
Springboard Academy
Lubbock, TX05-2014
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs documentation
- Vital sign monitoring
- ADL support
- Blood pressure measurement
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication reconciliation
- Medication dispensing
- Medication administration
- Inventory monitoring
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Southern Specialty Nursing and Rehab
04.2025 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
The Plaza At Lubbock
03.2024 - 04.2025
Certified Medication Aide
Windmill Villiage Nursing and Rehab
08.2022 - 02.2024
Certified Medication Aide
Vitality Shadow Hills
02.2021 - 01.2022
Certified Medication Aide
Brookdale Remington Park Assisted Living
01.2020 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Springboard Academy