Certified Medication Aide or Medication technicians take charge of distributing medications to patients. Some of the common roles and responsibilities that can be seen generally on a Certified Medication Aide Resume include – administering medicines as per the given schedule, reading MAR’s and verifying patient information, providing safe and ethical care to patients by administering only the prescribed drugs, completing other nursing duties as allowed by state law, communicating about progress or changes in patient to Doctors, protecting patient confidentiality, and performing all other duties in an ethical-legal manner.
Whatever may be the work setting, the Certified Medication Aide is supposed to depict these skills – a comprehensive knowledge of various medicines, its classifications, its side effects, and the correct amount of dosage; the ability to differentiate between potentially dangerous sedatives from basic medicines, avoiding dangerous combinations and the ability to stick to strict time schedules. While some employers want only a training certificate, many of them require completion of a certified nursing program and a valid license as well.
Objective : Certified Medication Aide with knowledge of medical terminology and reconciling of patients charts. Detailed oriented, multitasking individual. Excellent work ethic and a fast learner of new or changing policies, regulations, and technology.
Skills : Medication Administration, Patient Care, Customer Service.
Description :
Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
Administered bedside or personal care, such as ambulation or personal hygiene assistance.
Received written prescription or refill requests and verify that information is complete and accurate.
Established or maintained patient profiles, including lists of medications taken by individual patients.
Maintained proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
Received and stored incoming supplies, verified quantities against invoices.
Ordered, labeled, and counted stock of medications, chemicals, or supplies and enter inventory data into the computer.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
BS
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : To obtain a position in the area of Health Service management or Community development carrying out planning, directing, or coordinating medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, Public health agencies, or similar organizations.
Skills : Self-motivating, Organized, Problem solver, Excellent communication skills, Dedicated.
Description :
Passed medications and provide direct care to facility residents.
Documented resident records as well as give shift reports on the status of residents and assure personal and staff compliance to residents' rights.
Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks and other activities of daily living.
Assisted with psychosocial groups and activities and perform duties as set forth on the Certified Nurse Aide job description.
Monitored personal and staff compliance to all State and Federal requirements including but not limited to bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, infection control, and fire safety.
Assisted in the laundry, housekeeping, and dining needs as well as answer phones.
Prepared, administered, and documented at appropriate times of all medications other than parenteral unless licensed.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
GED
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : As a Certified Medication Aide, to administer oral and external medications to residents under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or a licensed practical/vocational nurse.
Skills : Direct Supervision, Proper Documentation, Oral Medications.
Description :
Assisted residents with activities such as personal hygiene, eating, using the restroom, and other activities of daily living.
Administered medication and treatments to residents.
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
Provided necessary health education training for patients.
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures.
Required to provide resident treatments as ordered by the resident's physician.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BS
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : Responsible for preparing and administering oral, nasal, eye, ear, and topical medications in accordance with facility policies and procedures and state law and perform various direct patient care activities within the long-term care environment.
Skills : Microsoft office, Emotional Support, Service Orientation.
Description :
Administered PRN medications.
Documented specified medications forms for records.
Maintained a neat, clean, and orderly medication room and cart.
Ensured that all medications administered are properly labeled, returned, and reordered.
Monitored and reported any changes in resident's conditions.
Completed training required by the facility in accordance with state regulations.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Healthcare Administration
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Summary : Objective Obtain a position as a team player in a people-oriented organization where I can maximize my customer service and training experience in a challenging environment. Ability to follow instructions of established routines
Skills : Infection Control, Social Perceptiveness, Monitoring.
Description :
Prepared and administered medications to residents following established procedures.
Verified identity of resident receiving medication and recorded name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on specified forms or records.
Clarified any order or treatment regimen believed to be inaccurate, ineffective or contraindicated by consulting with the appropriate licensed practitioner.
Notified supervisor when making the decision not to administer.
Took and recorded vital signs upon administration of medications when required.
Took appropriate precautions to make sure residents/patients do not have access to medications other than those prescribed.
Provided support with Activities of Daily Living as assigned in a safe manner.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
BS
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : Motivated and highly productiveCertified Medication Aide with a research background. Detail-oriented with strong skills in multi-tasking and efficient management of day-to-day office operations. Adept at building and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and clients through outstanding interpersonal skills.
Skills : Customer Service, Critical Thinking, Judgment and Decision Making.
Description :
Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, social, and spiritual well-being.
Provide assistance with activities of daily living.
Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressures and pulse.
Answered patient's calls for care and feeding.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bedsores, and surgical site wounds.
Passed medications to the proper patients at the proper times.
Monitored the expiration of medications and supplies.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BS
Certified medication Aide Resume
Summary : Certified Medication Aides provide medication assistance to individuals with chronic and terminal illnesses. The Certified Medication Aides also provide medication monitoring and support to individuals with chronic illnesses. This is a full-time position, with a salary of $50,000 per year.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Complex Problem Solving, Customer and Personal Service.
Description :
Skilled medication aide with in-depth knowledge of medication disbursement Procedures.
Adept at industry safety standards and maintaining patient records medication disbursement standards.
Specialized in paying particular attention to patient needs while adhering to medication disbursement standards.
Provided high-quality patient care as an in-demand per-diem CNA within surgical, acute-care rehabilitation, home-healthcare, and nursing- home settings.
Preserved patient dignity And minimize discomfort while carrying out duties such as bedpan changes, diapering, emptying drainage bags, and bathing.
Responsible for cleaning and disinfecting areas assist in the cleaning of emergency spills and locate and clean inpatient and family equipment.
Inspected the physical condition of equipment and assure the equipment was in good working order.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Healthcare
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Medical Assistant with 3 years of experience in a nursing home setting. Patient-focused and empathetic caregiver with extensive knowledge of geriatric needs.
Skills : Microsoft word and word, Excel, Answering Phones, Verbal Communication.
Description :
Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of patients.
Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding, and elimination.
Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social, and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation, and safety.
Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patients' clothing, and bedside tables/equipment.
Reported changes in any resident's condition or family interactions in a timely manner.
Recognize and reported in a timely manner any change in resident condition to charge staff.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
BS
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : Experienced Certified Medication Aid with experience in Medical Administration work, including scheduling appointments and lab tests, answering phones, completing insurance forms
Clinical tasks, including collecting specimens, changing dressings.
Skills : Dependability, Social Perceptiveness, Detail-Oriented. Stress Tolerance.
Description :
Dispensed medicine as ordered by Physicians, in a timely, professional, and courteous manner.
Provided treatment within the scope of practice as defined by state law.
Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in medical records.
Maintained patient privacy and confidential patient information.
Interviewed patients, explaining treatment plans, preparing patients for tests and procedures
Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BS
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient with highly compassionate. Fast-learning recent CAN graduate enthusiastic about working in a hospital or clinic setting.
Skills : Basic computer skills and knowledge, Attention to Detail, Social Orientation.
Description :
Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complained to the nurse.
Prepared and administered scheduled and PRN medication at meal times and before bed.
Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
Cleaned and organized residents' living quarters.
Provided personal nursing care in pre- and post-operative situations.
Provided necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and residentst specific procedures.
Charted daily information on the residents/patients mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily input and outputs.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
GED
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : Certified Medication Aide (CMA) is responsible for the administration of medications, dispensing medication and taking medication history. The CMA is responsible for carrying out the tasks to the highest level of competency.
Skills : CNA, CMA, Customer Service.
Description :
Maintained records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager.
Administered prescribed oral medications, under the written direction of a physician or as directed by home care nurse or aide, and ensure patients take their medicine.
Checked patients' pulse, temperature, and respiration.
Provided patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
Cared for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care.
Planed, purchased, prepared, or served meals to patients or other family members, according to prescribed diets.
Accompanied clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside the home, providing transportation, assistance, and companionship.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
Healthcare
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : Looking for a Certified Medication Aide position. Strong interpersonal and communication skills coupled with a keen ability to work with cross-functional teams. Provides excellent customer support, providing timely resolutions to produce quality results.
Provided educational meetings for residents and staff as requested by the supervisor.
Understood role in the Safety & Disaster Plan.
Maintained confidentiality of residents and prospective residents information.
Attended all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
Strived to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
Maintained a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, and co-workers.
Adhered to all policies and procedures of Senior Lifestyle Corporation.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BS
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Summary : Dedicated individual 8 years experience in health care records management and well versed in health policies and procedures with the ability to ensure integrity and completeness of medical. Versatile and dedicated healthcare professional with records while recommending solutions for organizational improvements.
Monitored patient's conditions by observing physical and mental conditions.
Followed prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards when preparing meals and snacks.
Assisted with daily personal services such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Helped patients care for themselves by teaching the use of cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene.
Administered daily pharmaceutics to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN).
Dispensed oral, inhalation, and topical medications to patients.
Notified the nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions affecting the patient(s).
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Healthcare Administration
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : Dedicated professional with 20 years of medical experience. Outstanding problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills with the ability to conceptualize and implement effective solutions. Highly motivated self-starter with an aptitude for learning new tasks quickly. Excellent interpersonal skills combined with solid written and verbal communication skills.
Skills : Medical Terminology, ICD-9, CPT, Patient Care.
Description :
Passed medications and gave treatments according to physician's orders and in accordance with facility policy.
Gave shift reports on the status of patients.
Documented patient status into the patient record.
Notified charge nurse of medications that needed to be refilled.
Assured personal and staff compliance to patient's rights.
Maintained a clean and organized medication cart and medication room.
Entertained, conversed with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
GED
Certified Medication Aide Resume
Objective : Detail-oriented student with strong technical skills and the ability to learn concepts quickly. Effective communication and time management skills, as well as the ability to remain calm in stressful and emotional situations. Seeking a position of Certified Medication Aide.
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