Judy Hewlett
Watertown
Summary
Compassionate Certified Medication Aide skilled in patient monitoring, medication tracking, and infection control. Committed to maintaining healthcare compliance and accurate records to enhance patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Edgewood Assisted Living
Watertown
05.2022 - Current
- Administered medications following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Monitored resident health and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained accurate medication records and documentation for compliance.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of medication storage areas.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient's medical history, vital signs and progress notes.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
- Utilized computer systems efficiently for ordering, tracking and documenting all aspects of medication management.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while preparing or administering medications.
- Ordered, received, stored and inventoried medications as required by facility policies and procedures.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Administered scheduled drugs under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
- Responded promptly to changes in patient condition or needs that require alteration in medication therapy.
- Performed wellness observations, documenting side effects for clinical follow-up.
- Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jenkins Living Center
Watertown
07.2016 - 05.2022
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living areas.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records accurately.
- Participated in staff training sessions to enhance caregiving skills.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Education
Master of Science - Secondary Education
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, Minnesota, MN12-2008
Master of Science - Special Education
Sinte Gleska University
Mission, SD01-2007
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD01-1990
Skills
- Administering medications
- Infection control
- Medication tracking
- Patient monitoring
- Healthcare compliance
- Electronic health records
- Patient care assistance
- Vital signs observation
- Drug preparation
- Problem solving
- Logs management
- Time management
Certification
Certified Medication Aide through the state of South Dakota
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Edgewood Assisted Living
05.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jenkins Living Center
07.2016 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Secondary Education
Southwest Minnesota State University
Master of Science - Special Education
Sinte Gleska University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
South Dakota State University