Ron Morris
Downey,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Lead Medication Technician with proven skills in patient care coordination, medication error prevention, and HIPAA compliance. Committed to ensuring safety and enhancing operational efficiency in medication administration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medication Technician
Highland Manor
Lynwood, CA
12.2021 - Current
- Supervised medication administration processes, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Streamlined medication distribution workflow, enhancing efficiency and reducing errors in patient care.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on medication management best practices and documentation procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to assess patient needs and tailor medication plans accordingly.
Medication Technician
Oakmont Senior Living
Brea, CA
04.2017 - 12.2021
- Administer medications accurately in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitor resident health and report changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Train new medication technicians on proper administration techniques and facility policies.
- Maintain organized medication storage areas, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Heartland Village Leader
Mountview Senior Living
Montrose, CA
06.2014 - 04.2017
- Leader for the Memory Care wing. Duties included daily activities, resident assessments and group outings.
- Responsible for supervision of 10+ caregivers, including scheduling and yearly appraisals.
- Coordinated resident engagement initiatives to foster community involvement and satisfaction.
- Oversaw team performance, providing mentorship and guidance to ensure high standards of care.
- Led staff training programs to enhance resident care and service quality.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to improve efficiency in daily activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Dimas High School
San Dimas, CARCFE Administrators License - RCFE Administration
Assisted Living Education
Anaheim, CA09-2019
Associate of Arts - Architecture
Mount San Antonio College
Walnut, CA05-1982
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Prescription verification
- Staff training and development
- Patient care coordination
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Maintaining medication records
- Medication error prevention
4 time Employee of the Month
I was awarded the Employee of the Month award 4 separate times during my tenure at Oakmont Senior Living and Mountview Senior Living. Also was runner-up for Employee of the Year in 2019 while at Oakmont Senior Living.
Timeline
Lead Medication Technician
Highland Manor
12.2021 - Current
Medication Technician
Oakmont Senior Living
04.2017 - 12.2021
Heartland Village Leader
Mountview Senior Living
06.2014 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
San Dimas High School
RCFE Administrators License - RCFE Administration
Assisted Living Education
Associate of Arts - Architecture
Mount San Antonio College