Vanessa Alvarez
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Focused and attentive Medication Aide offering 4 years of healthcare expertise. Energetic and personable with thorough knowledge of medication, potential side effects and adverse reactions. Skilled in administering topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Well-versed in monitoring vital signs for indications of medication issues and general health changes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Aide
Trail Ridge Retirement
07 2023 - 10 2023
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Medical Assistant
Sanford ENT
04 2022 - 08 2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
Medication Aide
Interim HealthCare
12 2019 - 07 2021
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
- Kept digital records of patient details, medications, billing and other activities
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy
- Took patient vital signs, height and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
Home Health Aide
Visiting Angels Home Care
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Patient Care Technician
Rapid City Regional Hospital
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring
- Monitored and charted fluid intake and output to stay current on patient conditions
- Kept unit well-stocked and efficient with necessary medical supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Phoenix, ArizonaOffice Assistance
Southeastern Technical Institute
Sioux Falls, South DakotaSkills
- Emergency care
- Records Management
- Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Companionship and emotional support
Certification
- CMA- Certified Medical Assistant- Medcerts
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Visiting Angels Home Care
01.2019 - 12.2019
Patient Care Technician
Rapid City Regional Hospital
11.2016 - 07.2017
Medication Aide
Trail Ridge Retirement
07 2023 - 10 2023
Medical Assistant
Sanford ENT
04 2022 - 08 2022
Medication Aide
Interim HealthCare
12 2019 - 07 2021
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Office Assistance
Southeastern Technical Institute
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