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Nicholas Savage

Summerville,South Carolina

Summary

Dedicated Medication Technician with experience at Harmony Senior Homes, skilled in medication administration and patient observation. Successfully collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and ensure safety management. Proven ability to maintain accurate records and provide compassionate resident support, contributing to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Medication Technician

Harmony Senior Homes
08.2018 - Current
  • Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Reviewed patient progress to document effects of any prescribed medication.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
  • Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
  • Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

Medication Technician

Indigo Hall
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Supported needs of numerous residents under long-term care.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
  • Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
  • Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Information Technology

MyCC
08-2023

High School Diploma -

Wando High School
06-2016

Skills

  • Daily living assistance
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Walking rounds
  • Medication administration
  • Healthcare regulations
  • Records updating
  • Specimen collection
  • Distribution recordkeeping
  • Patient observation
  • Safety management
  • Resident support
  • Patient assessments

Timeline

Medication Technician

Indigo Hall
06.2022 - 12.2023

Medication Technician

Harmony Senior Homes
08.2018 - Current

Certificate of Technical Studies - Information Technology

MyCC

High School Diploma -

Wando High School

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