Shawny Wechsler
Yankton,SD
Summary
Knowledgeable Medication Aide with hands-on experience administering medications and providing compassionate patient care. Successfully supported healthcare teams by ensuring accurate medication distribution and maintaining detailed documentation. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
Compassionate and dedicated with natural ability to connect with patients and provide quality care. Understands basic patient care principles and proficient in vital signs monitoring and assisting with daily living activities. Committed to making positive impact by ensuring patient comfort and well-being.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Aide
Walnut Village Assisted Living
11.2016 - Current
- Maintain a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Achieve high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Take patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Coordinate daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Assist patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Interact kindly with patients and families and display a positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Waitress
Fry'n Pan
04.2019 - 11.2022
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
CNA
Human Services Center
01.2005 - 09.2013
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Mitchell Technical College
Mitchell, SD08-2025
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Monitoring for side effects
- Certified medication aide
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Daily living assistance
- Patient care
- CPR certification
Certification
CPR
Medication Aide
Timeline
Waitress
Fry'n Pan
04.2019 - 11.2022
Medication Aide
Walnut Village Assisted Living
11.2016 - Current
CNA
Human Services Center
01.2005 - 09.2013
CPR
Medication Aide
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Mitchell Technical College
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