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Tanisha Garth

Lancaster,California

Summary

Proficient and caring healthcare team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medication Technician/ Shift Lead /caregiver

Pasadena Highlands
05.2014 - Current
  • Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
  • Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
  • Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
  • Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
  • Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
  • Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
  • Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
  • Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Caregiver/ Companion

Right At Home Senior Care
04.2014 - 08.2016
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.

Caregiver

Private Home
06.2012 - 11.2013
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.

Education

High School Diploma -

Forest Park High School
Forest Park, GA

School of Culinary Arts
Zweibrucken, Germany

Medication Technician Certificate
Pasadena, CA

Skills

  • Daily Living Assistance
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Medical Records Management
  • Records Updating
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR Certification

Certification

  • CMT - Certified Medication Technician

Timeline

Medication Technician/ Shift Lead /caregiver

Pasadena Highlands
05.2014 - Current

Caregiver/ Companion

Right At Home Senior Care
04.2014 - 08.2016

Caregiver

Private Home
06.2012 - 11.2013

High School Diploma -

Forest Park High School

School of Culinary Arts

Medication Technician Certificate

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