Mikaela Peterson
San Jose,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate med tech and caregiver with 8+ years of experience delivering high-quality, person-centered care in assisted living settings. Known for a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and unwavering integrity in supporting residents, families, and care teams. Skilled in medication administration, new resident intake procedures, and individualized care plans. A reliable team leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is committed to safety, dignity, and excellence in care. Fully available for 40-hour weeks, including alternating weekends and most holidays.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Technician/Caregiver
The Grove
05.2025 - Current
- Oversaw and coordinated medication administration for multiple residents, ensuring accuracy, timely delivery, and compliance with state and community protocols while mentoring new med techs and caregivers.
- Took lead in communicating with physicians, pharmacies, and family members- independently faxing orders, managing refills, clarifying prescriptions, and ensuring residents' medication needs were met without delay.
Caregiver
Moldaw Residences
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Empowered residents in activities of daily living, fostering independence and enhancing overall quality of life.
- Engaged with residents in meaningful conversations and socialization while providing person centered care.
Medication Technician/Caregiver
Oakmont Senior Living
04.2023 - 12.2024
- Responsible for assisting residents with medication administration, activities of daily living, and housekeeping services to enhance the quality of resident's life and promote independence and dignity.
- Documented resident behaviors and reported change of conditions to HSD.
Advocate Resident Manager
Oak Park Place
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Supervised the care giving staff as well as the medication technicians to ensure that the standards of care were being met as well as assisted DOH by running shift report and trained new care givers as well as new medication technicians.
- Responsible for assisting residents with medication administration, activities of daily living, and housekeeping services to enhance the quality of resident's life and promote independence and dignity.
Medication Technician/Resident Assistant
BrightStar Care
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Provided person centered care for residents with diagnoses such as diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson’s disease.
- Optimized organization and time management skills by effectively creating and managing my own schedule.
Education
Diploma - General
Wisconsin Virtual Academy
McFarland, WI06.2017
Skills
- Experienced with EHR and eMAR systems including PointClickCare, QuickMAR, Yardi, and August Health
- Exceptional communication with families & medical teams
Timeline
Medication Technician/Caregiver
The Grove
05.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Moldaw Residences
11.2024 - 04.2025
Medication Technician/Caregiver
Oakmont Senior Living
04.2023 - 12.2024
Advocate Resident Manager
Oak Park Place
07.2020 - 06.2021
Medication Technician/Resident Assistant
BrightStar Care
01.2019 - 05.2020
Diploma - General
Wisconsin Virtual Academy