Nicola Telford
Hagerstown
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Certified Medication Aide with extensive experience at Hagerstown Health Care Center. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective vital signs monitoring and exceptional time management. Committed to promoting patient dignity and independence while ensuring medication accuracy and safety. Recognized for reducing medication errors and improving patient satisfaction.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Hagerstown Health Care Center
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Certified Medication Aide
Homewood Retiretment
02.2018 - 01.2021
- 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.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Assisted in the management of medication inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and minimizing waste.
Certified Medication Aide
Julia Manor
01.2016 - 02.2018
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization within the medication storage area, reducing potential risks associated with cross-contamination or mixups.
- Contributed to efficient facility operations by preparing and organizing medications in advance for scheduled distribution times.
- Performed regular safety checks on medication storage areas to maintain a secure and organized environment.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely delivery of required treatments.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Education
CMA
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD03-2008
Nursing Science
Allyne High School
Georgetown, Ga06-1989
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
CNA
Hagerstown Health Care Center
03.2023 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Homewood Retiretment
02.2018 - 01.2021
Certified Medication Aide
Julia Manor
01.2016 - 02.2018
CMA
Hagerstown Community College
Nursing Science
Allyne High School
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