Sara Sanchez
Adairsville,GA
Summary
Patient-focused Medication Aide with exceptional listening and communication traits. Energetic and amicable with advanced understanding of medications, possible side effects and adverse reactions. Knowledge of applying topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Highly skilled in monitoring vital signs, both post and pre-medication administration.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Ross Memorial Health Care Center
Kennesaw, GA
09.2023 - Current
- Maintained strong communication channels with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication orders.
- Ensured precise documentation of patients' medical history, vital signs, and progress notes.
- Maintained strict compliance with infection control protocols while performing medication preparation and administration tasks.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to prescribed medications.
- Monitored and recorded the amount of food and liquids consumed, alerting medical or nursing staff to any alterations.
- Demonstrated a commitment to patient privacy through strict compliance with HIPAA protocols.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness and safety in the medication preparation area.
- Built and sustained strong relationships with patients, families, and healthcare practitioners.
- Facilitated the smooth mobility of residents by supporting their transfer to and from wheelchairs and adaptive equipment; also able to transfer residents using a Hoyer lift and Standing lift while in the company of another teammate to facilitate transfer.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responded to emergencies as needed.
- Followed protocols for disposing of expired or unused medications safely.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Administered prescribed medications to patients and Verified accuracy of doctor orders prior to administering medications.
- Prepared medications for distribution to patients orally, topically, and through inhalation.
- Utilized computer systems efficiently for ordering, tracking and documenting all aspects of me
- Maintained strong communication with pharmacy partners to ensure efficient procurement and distribution of medications.
- Conducted training and orientation sessions for medication aides in various skilled nursing home facilities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ross Memorial Health Care Center
Kennesaw, GA
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Reported changes in patient condition to a registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Assisted family members by lending emotional support while making end-of-life decisions.
- Documented activities and recorded information in the EMR system.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain an optimal environment.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure and heart rate
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gautier, MS01-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-nursing Studies
West Georgia Technical College
Douglasville, GA01-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing
Chattahoochee Technical College
Acworth, GASkills
- Medication Dispensing
- Medication Administration
- ADL support
- Feeding Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring and documentation
- Behavior monitoring
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- HIPAA Compliance
- Drug preparation
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- Compassionate communication
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Care plan implementation
- Patient Lifting
- Electronic Charting
- Transporting patients
- Infection control procedures
- Bedside manner
- Geriatric Care
- EHR Management
- Responding to emergencies
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Range of motion exercises
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
Employee of the Month February 2024.
Certification
Certified Medication Aide
CN0030014671
Certified Nurse Assistant
CN0030014671
Affiliations
Community Volleyball
HOSA Club in High School.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Ross Memorial Health Care Center
09.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ross Memorial Health Care Center
04.2023 - 09.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-nursing Studies
West Georgia Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing
Chattahoochee Technical College
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