Neoshe Turner
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Patient-focused Medication Aide with exceptional listening and communication traits. Energetic and amicable with advanced understanding of medications, possible side effects and adverse reactions. Knowledge of applying topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Highly skilled in monitoring vital signs, both post and pre-medication administration. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Commonwealth Senior Living
Charlottesville , VA
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
- Ordered, received, stored and inventoried medications as required by facility policies and procedures.
- Verified accuracy of doctor orders prior to administering medications.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to prescribed medications.
- Calculated dosages accurately based on physician orders and age-specific dosing guidelines.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Registered Medication Aide
Hospice of Piedmont
Charlottesville , VA
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rector & Visitors of UVA
Charlottesville , VA
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Assist with managing patients in the waiting space and level-set wait time expectations.
- Act as a chaperone if a patient or provider in the primary exam room requests one.
- Check patients in using MEDICAT.
- Maintain clinic rooms so they are clean, uncluttered, and ready for patient care.
- Ordering and maintaining adequate supplies for the clinic.
- Perform additional medical services that fall within the certification of a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) under the supervision of a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate, such as obtaining vital signs, documenting in electronic health record, and assisting with procedures.
Universale Care Provider
InnovAge PACE
Charlottesville , VA
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Documented patient care services
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients and families
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedars Healthcare Of Charlottesville
Charlottesville , VA
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trinity Mission Rehabilitation Center
Charlottesville , Virginia
11.2015 - 07.2018
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Patient Care Assistant
UVA hospital
Charlottesville , VA
08.2014 - 11.2015
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
Receptionist
Quality Inn Suites
Charlottesville , VA
06.2013 - 04.2014
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments
- Answered inquiries from potential customers regarding room availability, rates and policies.
- Monitored security cameras in the lobby area to ensure safety of employees and guests.
- Sorted incoming mail and directed to correct personnel each day.
- Checked in guests using computerized reservation systems, collected payments and verified credit cards.
- Maintained accurate records of guest reservations, cancellations and no-shows.
- Processed incoming mail, faxes and email messages for the hotel staff.
Cashier
Kmart, Sears Holding
Charlottesville , VA
11.2012 - 06.2013
- Operated cash register, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, and gift card.
- Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
- Greet customers and help with their needs.
- Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
- Verified customers' age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Assisted customers with locating merchandise within the store.
- Scanned items and checked pricing on cash register for accuracy.
- Assist in refunds, exchanges, and store credit card applications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charlottesville High School
Charlottesville, VA07-2014
Skills
- Collecting vital signs
- Patient Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Electronic Charting
- Family support and assistance
- Office Administration
- Patient Registration
- Critical Thinking Skills
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- Certified EKG Technician (CET) 2021
- Phlebotomy Technician (PT) 2021
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 2014
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) 2024
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Commonwealth Senior Living
02.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Registered Medication Aide
Hospice of Piedmont
02.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rector & Visitors of UVA
11.2022 - 07.2024
Universale Care Provider
InnovAge PACE
11.2021 - 11.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedars Healthcare Of Charlottesville
07.2018 - 01.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Trinity Mission Rehabilitation Center
11.2015 - 07.2018
Patient Care Assistant
UVA hospital
08.2014 - 11.2015
Receptionist
Quality Inn Suites
06.2013 - 04.2014
Cashier
Kmart, Sears Holding
11.2012 - 06.2013
- First Aid/CPR
- Certified EKG Technician (CET) 2021
- Phlebotomy Technician (PT) 2021
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 2014
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) 2024
High School Diploma -
Charlottesville High School
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