Focused and attentive Medication Aide offering two years of healthcare expertise. Energetic and personable with thorough knowledge of medication, potential side effects and adverse reactions. Skilled in administering topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Well-versed in monitoring vital signs for indications of medication issues and general health changes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Brickmont Assisted Living
03.2023 - Current
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.
Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
Contributed to efficient facility operations by preparing and organizing medications in advance for scheduled distribution times.
Performed regular safety checks on medication storage areas to maintain a secure and organized environment.
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.
Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Home Services
10.2022 - 06.2023
Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Lagos State University
01.2001
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Vital Signs Documentation
Vital Sign Monitoring
ADL support
HIPAA Compliance
Logs management
Medication Administration
Inventory Monitoring
Behavior monitoring
Daily living assistance
CNA Certification
First Aid Certification
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Brickmont Assisted Living
03.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Home Services
10.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Lagos State University
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