Destiny Renee Strickland
Raleigh
Summary
Knowledgeable Medication Aide with hands-on experience administering medications and providing compassionate patient care. Successfully supported healthcare teams by ensuring accurate medication distribution and maintaining detailed documentation. Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Aide
Kingswood Reserve
11.2024 - Current
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Boosted patient compliance with medication regimes through compassionate guidance and support.
- Contributed to positive patient outcomes by closely monitoring and reporting any adverse reactions or changes in condition following medication administration.
- Ensured consistent treatment by effectively communicating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients and their families, providing emotional support throughout their treatment journey.
Medication Aide
The Cardinal at North Hills
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements, and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted the supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Certified Medication Technician
Focal point medical staffing
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs as needed for medication administration.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of dispensed medications, ensuring timely refills and proper disposal of expired or unused medications.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on current medication guidelines, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
Certified Medication Technician
The reserves at mills farm
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Prepared medications to be delivered to medical facilities by securing in blister packs.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Helped transition patient between bed, wheelchair and automobile to provide safe mobility support.
Certified Medication Technician
The crossings at wayside
06.2019 - 09.2020
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Prepared medications to be delivered to medical facilities by securing in blister packs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC05-2027
Skills
- Medical records management
- Regulatory compliance
- Specimen collection
- Preparing meals
- Collecting vital signs
- Patient relations
- Collecting specimens
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Problem-solving
- Emergency care
- HIPAA compliance
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Medication Aide
Kingswood Reserve
11.2024 - Current
Medication Aide
The Cardinal at North Hills
10.2023 - 09.2024
Certified Medication Technician
Focal point medical staffing
09.2020 - 10.2023
Certified Medication Technician
The reserves at mills farm
07.2020 - 09.2021
Certified Medication Technician
The crossings at wayside
06.2019 - 09.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wake Technical Community College
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