Shayla Walker
Summary
- Cardiology - Sanford USD Medical Center & Hospital - 65 hours
- Pediatrics - Laura B. Anderson Elementary School - 15 hours
- Medical-Surgical - Sanford USD Medical Center & Hospital - 65 hours
- Gerontology - Bethany Home & Meadows (Brandon, SD) - 45 hours
- Mental Health - South Dakota Human Services Center (Yankton, SD) - 45 hours
- Neuro Critical Care - Avera Health - 87 hours
- Maternal/Newborn - Sanford USD Medical Center & Hospital - 42 hours
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Adie
Interim Healthcare
03.2024 - Current
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
Certified Medication Aide
Belle Estate Senior Living
03.2021 - Current
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Provided training and mentoring for newly hired Certified Medication Aides, promoting a consistent level of quality care across all staff members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Goodwell, OK12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Goodwell, OK12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Goodwell, OK12.2018
Skills
- Critical Thinker
- Problem Solving
- Empathy
- Communication
- Patient Care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Safety Management
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Certified Medication Adie
Interim Healthcare
03.2024 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Belle Estate Senior Living
03.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
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