Shenel Barker
Riverdale Park,MD
Summary
Dynamic Assisted Living Manager with 7 years of comprehensive experience in enhancing the quality of life for residents through exceptional service and effective program management. Demonstrated expertise in coordinating care plans, promoting safety, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Proven leadership skills in supervising staff, fostering teamwork, and mentoring new employees to drive operational excellence. Proficient in developing engaging recreational programs that cater to diverse needs while maintaining an inclusive environment. Committed to delivering outstanding customer service and improving operational efficiencies within assisted living facilities.
Compassionate Certified Medication Technician recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in medication administration, patient care, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Excel using communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance patient comfort and safety.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medication Technician
Cogir Senior Living
Potomac, Maryland
06.2025 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications to residents, ensuring adherence to individualized care plans.
- Managed the preparation and distribution of medications to patients per physician instructions.
- Monitored residents for side effects and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to medications and reported findings to healthcare professionals.
- Identified potential drug interactions and reported them promptly to the supervising nurse.
- Maintained accurate medication administration records for compliance and safety.
- Assisted with training new Certified Medication Technicians on medication administration processes.
Certified Medication Technician
Carnegie Senior Living
Gaithersburg, MD
07.2024 - 06.2026
- Monitored vital signs prior to administering medications and reported any changes or irregularities to the supervising nurse.
- Participated in training sessions to improve knowledge of therapeutic recreation services.
- Ensured safety and cleanliness during recreational activities by conducting regular inspections.
- Coordinated team efforts to enhance productivity and maintain workflow consistency.
- Arranged transportation logistics for offsite activities, ensuring timely arrival and participant safety.
- Modified recreational programs based on individual or group needs, promoting engagement and satisfaction among participants.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
- Trained new Certified Medication Technicians on medication administration processes, fostering adherence to protocols and enhancing team competency.
- Maintained professional relationships with other healthcare professionals including pharmacists, physicians, nurses.
House Manager
ALM
Bethesda, MD
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Monitored service provider performance, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Coordinated daily schedules and activities for residents and staff.
- Developed systems that streamlined daily operations, enhancing overall household efficiency.
- Assessed daily workloads, scheduled, and planned daily assignments and oversaw numerous projects.
- Facilitated communication between residents and external service providers to ensure clarity and understanding. between residents, families, and external service providers.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Managed staff payrolls, benefits, and other administrative duties related to personnel needs.
- Offered positive reinforcement and taught life skills regarding chores and cooking techniques.
- Communicated with the maintenance team on damages to repair.
- Organized events and activities that fostered resident engagement and improved well-being.
Lead Medication Technician
Sunrise Senior Living
Silver Spring, MD
05.2018 - 09.2023
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for individuals across various settings to ensure continuity of care.
- Coordinated comprehensive care plans for individuals across settings, enhancing continuity of care.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Audited charts to drive accurate and thorough documentation, supporting reimbursement of services rendered.
- Developed individualized care plans for residents, addressing their unique health needs. for residents with diverse health needs.
- Managed prescription refill requests over the phone and fax to ensure timely medication access. via telephone or fax, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in medication management.
- Collaborated with dietitians to assist in planning meals that meet individual nutritional requirements. to meet nutritional plans.
Education
High School Degree
Bladen Hall Multilateral School
Guyana, Georgetown 09.2002 - 06.2009
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care plan development
- Care coordination
- Patient hygiene support
- Personal care assistance
- Activity of daily living support
- Attention to detail
- Time organization
- Team collaboration
- Patient communication
Languages
English
Timeline
Certified Medication Technician
Cogir Senior Living
06.2025 - Current
Certified Medication Technician
Carnegie Senior Living
07.2024 - 06.2026
House Manager
ALM
05.2022 - 08.2024
Lead Medication Technician
Sunrise Senior Living
05.2018 - 09.2023
High School Degree
Bladen Hall Multilateral School
09.2002 - 06.2009