Ziona Combs
West Richland,WA
Summary
Dedicated Medication Technician with extensive experience at Brookdale Senior Living Facility, skilled in medication administration and safety management. Proven ability to enhance resident care through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams. Committed to maintaining compliance and ensuring the well-being of residents while fostering a supportive environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Technician
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
Richland, WA
08.2022 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications to residents in accordance with care plans.
- Monitored resident health, reporting any changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate medication records and logs for compliance.
- Educated residents on proper medication usage and potential side effects.
- Implemented best practices for infection control and safety during medication handling.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Trained new staff on medication administration protocols and safety procedures.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to ensure availability of medications and supplies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident care strategies.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
Caregiver
Ciel of Tri Cities Memory Care
Kennewick, WA
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored and documented changes in residents' health conditions.
- Engaged residents in social and recreational activities to enhance well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WAHigh School Diploma -
John Rogers High School
Spokane, WA06.2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication reconciliation
- Healthcare regulations
- Pharmacy knowledge
- Dosage calculation
- Safety management
- Drug interaction awareness
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Insurance verification
- Medication storage
- Calm under stress
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic charting
- Direct patient care
- Room cleaning and restocking
- Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
- Home care aide (HCA)
Certification
- CPR/ First Aid AED
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Caregiver
Ciel of Tri Cities Memory Care
10.2023 - 12.2024
Medication Technician
Brookdale Senior Living Facility
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Columbia Basin College
High School Diploma -
John Rogers High School