Yolanda Foster
Augusta,GA
Summary
Certified healthcare professional skilled in medication administration and patient care. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and proficient in managing patient needs and ensuring safety. Known for excellent communication, empathy, and attention to detail. I have 25+ years of experience in this Health Care industry.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Oaks Senior Living
11.2024 - 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.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Provided training and mentoring for newly hired Certified Medication Aides, promoting a consistent level of quality care across all staff members.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Consolidated Medical Staffing
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
KM's Loving Care Service LLC
11.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Amedisys Home Health
12.2013 - 10.2020
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care and maintaining open communication with patients and their families.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by actively listening to concerns and providing compassionate companionship during difficult times.
- Enhanced patient comfort levels through attentive personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility assistance.
Education
Certificate - Medication Aide
Healthcare Resources LLC
Martinez Ga03-2023
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Tender Care Training Center
Augusta, GA03-2012
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs documentation
- Vital sign monitoring
- ADL support
- Resident support
- Supply management
- Elderly care
- HIPAA compliance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Medication dispensing
- Medication administration
- Cart organization
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPR Certification
- First Aide Certification
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Oaks Senior Living
11.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Consolidated Medical Staffing
09.2022 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
KM's Loving Care Service LLC
11.2020 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Amedisys Home Health
12.2013 - 10.2020
Certificate - Medication Aide
Healthcare Resources LLC
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Tender Care Training Center
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