Rikki Cantrell
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Nursing Home
15
years of professional experience
Compassionate healthcare professional with a strong background in patient support and medication management. Recognized for excellent customer service and collaboration, ensuring optimal patient care and safety. Prepared to leverage expertise to enhance healthcare delivery.
Work History
Certified Medication Technician
6 Years 1 Month- Administered medications accurately to ensure patient compliance and safety.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Trained new staff on medication administration protocols and safety practices.
- Maintained accurate records of dispensed medications, ensuring timely refills and proper disposal of expired or unused medications.
- Fielding calls to coordinate communication between physicians, pharmacies, pharmaceutical manufacturers and patient families.
Certified Medication Technician
1 Year 8 Months- Consistently maintained a professional demeanor when interacting with patients, families, coworkers, and supervisors alike, fostering a positive work environment.
- Served as a Preceptor to demonstrate policy compliant and evidence based nursing practices by working one on one with new hires to ensure a supportive work environment and optimize patient care.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work space for efficient access.
Certified Nursing Assistant
7 Years 6 Months- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to inform care plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients and their families.
Education
GED
Medication Technician
Accredited Nurse Aide
Skills
Proficient knowledge of pharmaceuticals
Understanding various medical terminology
Efficient in maintaining patient documentation
Experienced with tracking medication inventory
Understanding the importance of aligning policy and procedures with HIPAA compliance
15 years of Customer Service
Problem Solving and decision making
Experienced in collaboration within a team environment
Timeline
Certified Medication Technician
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Nursing Home
06.2020 - 07.2026Read More
Certified Medication Technician
Crown Care Center
08.2018 - 04.2020Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crown Care Center
02.2011 - 08.2018Read More
Medical Education Development And Support
Medication Technician
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University of Central Missouri
GED
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Medical Education Development And Support
Accredited Nurse Aide
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