TOSIN MORAFA
Pikesville,MD
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.
Self-sufficient Medication Aide skilled at recording patient vital signs and administering various medications to patients daily. Sound knowledge of medical terminology and use of medical equipment. Hands-on experience in obtaining and recording equipment readings.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Hardworking bringing proven direct support experience developed during healthcare career. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures, mobility assistance and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs.
Self-sufficient Medication Aide skilled at recording patient vital signs and administering various medications to patients daily. Sound knowledge of medical terminology and use of medical equipment. Hands-on experience in obtaining and recording equipment readings.
Compassionate also work under pressure focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals, maintaining organized living spaces and documenting behaviors. Committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional House Manger
Citadel Healthcare
Pikesville, MD
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Certified Medication Aide /PCT/Behavior Technician
Kings County Hospital
Brooklyn , NY
01.2010 - 02.2024
- Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
- Maintained current knowledge of state regulations related to medication administration.
- Provided patient education regarding medications and their potential side effects.
- Ordered, received, stored and inventoried medications as required by facility policies and procedures.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to prescribed medications.
- Verified accuracy of doctor orders prior to administering medications.
- Performed monthly audits of controlled substances in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Prepared sterile products such as IV admixtures or irrigations according to established protocols.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of prescribed medications on an ongoing basis.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient's medical history, vital signs and progress notes.
- Calculated dosages accurately based on physician orders and age-specific dosing guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals about medication orders.
- Utilized computer systems efficiently for ordering, tracking and documenting all aspects of medication management.
- Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
- Monitored medications for patients with various conditions and kept watchful eye for side effects.
- Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications.
- Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Monitored residents with self-administered medications and reported deviation from plans of care to licensed or registered nurse.
- Performed wellness observations, documenting side effects for clinical follow-up.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
Direct Support Counselor/Behavior Health Technician
Pomona Valley Hospital
Pomona, CA
05.2005 - 05.2010
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Conducted functional assessments, collected data, and implemented behavior plans based on assessments.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for each client that included goals and objectives.
- Assisted in the development of communication systems using visual supports such as picture exchange systems.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on teaching appropriate behavior modification techniques.
- Observed clients during both structured and unstructured activities to identify potential areas for improvement or reinforcement.
- Encouraged positive behavior by providing rewards or praise for desired behaviors.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
- Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Planned and implemented individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plans.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Assisted psychiatrists in working with patients to rehabilitate for community reintegration.
- Issued medications from clinic dispensary and kept records using specified procedures.
- Led support groups for specific client populations, such as those with addiction, grief, or chronic illness.
- Counseled family members to assist in understanding, dealing with or supporting clients or patients.
- Monitored client medication adherence and administered medications when needed.
Education
Associate of Science - Behavioral Sciences
American Career College
Ontario, CACNA /PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN /BEHAVIORAL TECHNICIAN -
New Age Training, Inc.
New York, NYCERTIFIED MEDICATION TECHNICIAN /CRP/MANDT/ - CMT /DDA
PRAISE HEALTHCARE INC
Pikesville, MDMICROSOFT EXCEL TRAINING
COMPUTER TRAINING SCHOOL
New York, NYGED -
Millennium Brooklyn High School
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Ingestion Instruction
- Medication Dispensing
- Drug Preparation
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Medication Administration
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Feeding Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Seizure Management
- ADL Support
- Supply Management
- Behavior Monitoring
- Elderly Care
- Diabetes Management
- Inventory Monitoring
- Vital Signs Documentation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Pediatric Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Blood Pressure Measurement
Timeline
Direct Support Professional House Manger
Citadel Healthcare
02.2024 - 03.2025
Certified Medication Aide /PCT/Behavior Technician
Kings County Hospital
01.2010 - 02.2024
Direct Support Counselor/Behavior Health Technician
Pomona Valley Hospital
05.2005 - 05.2010
Associate of Science - Behavioral Sciences
American Career College
CNA /PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN /BEHAVIORAL TECHNICIAN -
New Age Training, Inc.
CERTIFIED MEDICATION TECHNICIAN /CRP/MANDT/ - CMT /DDA
PRAISE HEALTHCARE INC
MICROSOFT EXCEL TRAINING
COMPUTER TRAINING SCHOOL
GED -
Millennium Brooklyn High School
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