Paulleisha Chavis
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced with providing quality patient care and support in fast-paced healthcare settings. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster supportive environment for patients and staff. Knowledge of essential medical procedures and patient monitoring techniques ensures high standards of care and adaptability to changing needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant/Staffing Coordinator
At Your Side Home Care Services
Houston, TX
05.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring comfort and well-being throughout daily activities.
- Assisted with daily living tasks, promoting patient independence and enhancing overall quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, contributing to patient safety and care continuity.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement care plans, improving patient outcomes through coordinated efforts.
- Trained new staff on care protocols and procedures, fostering a knowledgeable and efficient team environment.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging times.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
Staffing Coordinator
Treemont Healthcare & Rehab Center
Houston, TX
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Coordinated staffing schedules to ensure optimal coverage in patient care units.
- Utilized electronic scheduling systems for efficient resource allocation and management.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs and resolve personnel issues.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, enhancing training efficiency and compliance.
- Led initiatives to enhance communication between staff, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Verified payroll, vacation and sick time hours to support accounting processes.
- Assisted in onboarding new hires, facilitating a smooth transition into their roles and supporting employee retention efforts.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews, assessing candidate skills and cultural fit for successful placements.
- Managed a database of qualified candidates, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information to expedite the hiring process.
- Administered medications to residents accurately and in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions and reported concerns to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate medication records and documentation for compliance audits.
Lead Medication Technician/Assistant Wellness Coordinator
StoneCreek of Copperfield
Houston, TX
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Followed standards of hygiene, safety, and infection control when handling and disposing of medications.
- Correctly dispensed medications to patients in accordance with facility protocols.
- Managed medication cart for complete, up-to-date supplies and quality control.
- Accurately entered patient data into the pharmacy system.
- Removed discontinued, outdated, or deteriorated drugs from inventory.
- Clarified inaccurate, ineffective or contraindicated orders or treatment regimens by consulting with licensed nurse.
- Manage daily operation of residents and oversee staff.
- Supervised medication administration processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Mentored and trained junior technicians on best practices for medication management.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize patient care strategies and medication effectiveness.
Certified Medication Technician
Morada CyFair
Houston, TX
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Followed standards of hygiene, safety, and infection control when handling and disposing of medications.
- Correctly dispensed medications to patients in accordance with facility protocols.
- Managed medication cart for complete, up-to-date supplies and quality control.
- Communicated with patients and family members to drive care plan.
- Educated patients on proper medication usage and expected side effects.
- Responded to medical emergencies and provide life-saving medications in a timely manner.
- Established special connections with patients through empathy and relationship-building techniques.
Scheduling Coordinator/Certified Medication Aide
Cypresspointe Health & Wellness
Houston, TX
05.2020 - 02.2023
- Managed medication cart for complete, up-to-date supplies and quality control.
- Followed standards of hygiene, safety, and infection control when handling and disposing of medications.
- Correctly dispensed medications to patients in accordance with facility protocols.
- Responded to medical emergencies and provide life-saving medications in a timely manner.
- Assisted physicians with special tests and procedures within scope of nursing standards.
- Clarified inaccurate, ineffective or contraindicated orders or treatment regimens by consulting with licensed nurse.
- Liaised with clinical staff members to coordinate and administer medication to nursing home residents.
- Recognized and reported unsafe conditions for medication provision.
- Educated patients on proper medication usage and expected side effects.
- Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability.
- Attended training programs to obtain knowledge of trends, developments and best practices in staffing.
- Interacted with employees to cover daily staffing requirements.
- Assisted HR staff with staffing outreach efforts by attending job fairs.
Certified Medication Aide/Staffing Coordinator
Copperfield Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Houston, TX
04.2016 - 06.2020
- Managed medication cart for complete, up-to-date supplies and quality control.
- Correctly dispensed medications to patients in accordance with facility protocols.
- Followed standards of hygiene, safety, and infection control when handling and disposing of medications.
- Adjusted oxygen levels to verify patient comfort.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Observed patient's responses, reactions, and changes to medications.
- Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability.
- Clarified inaccurate, ineffective or contraindicated orders or treatment regimens by consulting with licensed nurse.
- Removed discontinued, outdated, or deteriorated drugs from inventory.
- Used automated dispensing cabinets and other pharmacy software systems.
- Responded to medical emergencies and provide life-saving medications in a timely manner.
- Communicated with patients and family members to drive care plan.
- Interacted with employees to cover daily staffing requirements.
- Scheduled and conducted new employee orientations.
- Informed job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
Certified Medication Aide
Regent Care Center
Woodlands, TX
09.2011 - 06.2016
- Correctly dispensed medications to patients in accordance with facility protocols.
- Managed medication cart for complete, up-to-date supplies and quality control.
- Removed discontinued, outdated, or deteriorated drugs from inventory.
- Accurately entered patient data into the pharmacy system.
- Followed standards of hygiene, safety, and infection control when handling and disposing of medications.
- Recognized and reported unsafe conditions for medication provision.
- Educated patients on proper medication usage and expected side effects.
- Clarified inaccurate, ineffective or contraindicated orders or treatment regimens by consulting with licensed nurse.
- Liaised with clinical staff members to coordinate and administer medication to nursing home residents.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kingwood Medical Center
Kingwood, TX
07.2005 - 02.2011
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Observed infection control procedures and guidelines to safeguard patients and teams.
- Stocked patient rooms and supply areas to meet patient care needs.
- Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
- Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
- Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients.
- Assisted with admission and discharge processes to provide continuity of care.
- Utilized restorative care techniques to promote patient independence.
Education
Medication Aid
Hope & Faith Medical Institute
HoustonCertification in Nursing - undefined
American Medical Institute
Houston10-2005
High School Diploma - undefined
Kashmere Sr High
Houston05-2004
Skills
- Allergy Management
- Supervisory Abilities
- Medication Distribution
- Dressing Application
- Medication Assistance
- Efficiency Improvement
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant/Staffing Coordinator
At Your Side Home Care Services
05.2025 - Current
Staffing Coordinator
Treemont Healthcare & Rehab Center
08.2024 - 12.2025
Lead Medication Technician/Assistant Wellness Coordinator
StoneCreek of Copperfield
02.2023 - 08.2024
Certified Medication Technician
Morada CyFair
03.2022 - 04.2023
Scheduling Coordinator/Certified Medication Aide
Cypresspointe Health & Wellness
05.2020 - 02.2023
Certified Medication Aide/Staffing Coordinator
Copperfield Healthcare and Rehabilitation
04.2016 - 06.2020
Certified Medication Aide
Regent Care Center
09.2011 - 06.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kingwood Medical Center
07.2005 - 02.2011
Certification in Nursing - undefined
American Medical Institute
High School Diploma - undefined
Kashmere Sr High
Medication Aid
Hope & Faith Medical Institute