Pamela Zacharias
Saint Ansgar,IA
Summary
Certified Medication Aide with experience in medication administration, resident care, and infection control. Known for attention to detail, accurate documentation, and safe, compassionate support during daily routines. Experienced healthcare professional with a background in medication administration, CNA precepting, and dietary support.
Skilled in resident care, effective communication, and customer service. Focused on safe care, accurate charting, and strong care-team collaboration to support resident well-being. Certified Medication Aide with experience in medication administration, dose verification, and accurate documentation. Strong focus on resident care, infection control, and safe, compassionate support in daily routines.
Dedicated Dietary Aide with experience in meal preparation and sanitation practices. Delivered nutritious meals while ensuring a safe dining environment for residents. Focused on teamwork and dietary compliance, contributing to high resident satisfaction through effective communication and engaging service.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Good Samaritan Society ~~ St. Ansgar
St. Ansgar, Ia
08.2022 - Current
- Administered medications to residents following Good Samaritan Society care plans
- Recorded medication doses in resident charts and medication administration records
- Monitored residents for side effects and reported changes to nursing staff
- Assisted residents with daily living support during medication rounds
- Verified medication labels, schedules, and dosages for safe administration
- Maintained clean medication carts and organized supply areas
- Communicated resident concerns with nurses and care team members
- Followed infection control and safety procedures in St. Ansgar resident care
- Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient's medical history, vital signs and progress notes.
- Provided patient education regarding medications and their potential side effects.
Certified Nursing Assistant Preceptor
Good Samaritan Society ~~ St. Ansgar
St. Ansgar, IA
03.2004 - Current
- Trained new CNAs on Good Samaritan Society St. Ansgar care standards
- Demonstrated safe transfer techniques and resident mobility support
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming
- Monitored vital signs and reported care changes to nursing staff
- Documented resident care details in charting systems
- Reinforced infection control and sanitation practices in daily routines
- Supported compassionate communication with residents and family members
- Coordinated preceptorship guidance with nursing team and shift priorities
- Identified opportunities for professional development and continuing education courses.
- Maintained accurate records related to CNA performance evaluations, training.
- Observed CNAs during their shifts to identify areas of strengths and weaknesses.
Dietary AIde
Good Samaritan Society
St. Ansgar, Iowa
08.1999 - Current
- Prepared and delivered nutritious meals to residents promptly.
- Served food and snacks according to planned menus and patient diet orders.
- Communicated with residents to address meal preferences and concerns.
- Supported residents with positive, engaging meal-time interactions.
- Helped with food service setup and breakdown during meal periods.
- Set up trays and food service carts for resident meal delivery.
- Organized and restocked supplies in dining areas for meal service.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen and dining areas.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and work surfaces.
- Completed general cleaning tasks, including sweeping floors, washing dishes, and wiping countertops.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working conditions.
- Participated in training sessions on food safety and hygiene practices.
- Treated patients and team members with dignity and respect.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Medication Aide
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, Iowa08-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, Iowa03-2004
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication documentation
- Dose verification
Medication cart setup
- Resident care
- Care plan compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Medication storage
- Vital signs collection
- Feeding assistance
- Medication dispensing
- Meal preparation
- Food safety
- Food handling safety
- Kitchen sanitation
- Specialized meal preparation
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Resident engagement
- Customer service
- Positive engagement
- Staff training
- Adaptability
- Sanitization
- Attention to detail
- Nutrition
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Good Samaritan Society ~~ St. Ansgar
08.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant Preceptor
Good Samaritan Society ~~ St. Ansgar
03.2004 - Current
Dietary AIde
Good Samaritan Society
08.1999 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Medication Aide
North Iowa Area Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
North Iowa Area Community College