Ryan Ferrell
Henderson
Summary
Skilled Certified Medication Aide with a proven track record at Quality Correctional Care, adept in vital signs monitoring and HIPAA compliance. Demonstrates exceptional medication administration and interpersonal skills, significantly reducing medication errors. Excels in fostering patient safety and building professional relationships, ensuring high-quality care and efficiency in healthcare settings.
Focused and attentive Medication Aide offering 23 years of healthcare expertise. Energetic and personable with thorough knowledge of medication, potential side effects and adverse reactions. Skilled in administering topical, oral, nasal, and sublingual medications. Well-versed in monitoring vital signs for indications of medication issues and general health changes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medication Aide
Quality Correctional Care
06.2021 - Current
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Reduced medication errors by maintaining accurate documentation of administered medications.
- Supported nursing staff by monitoring patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all aspects of medication handling and administration processes.
- Promoted patient safety with thorough knowledge of medication interactions and contraindications.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Performed regular safety checks on medication storage areas to maintain a secure and organized environment.
- Displayed excellent attention to detail when updating electronic medical records after each instance of administering medicine as per legal requirements.
- Assisted in the management of medication inventory, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and minimizing waste.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
Medical Records Clerk
Quality Correctional Care
06.2021 - Current
- Ensured HIPAA compliance by adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive patient information.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scaning and indexing important documents and files.
- Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
- Supported medical staff by providing organized and accurate medical records.
Certified Nursing Assistant
American Senior Communities
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Certified Nursing Scheduler
American Senior Communities
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Developed efficient processes for handling last-minute call-outs or sick days, minimizing disruptions to patient care.
- Utilized [Software] to prepare, update and distribute scheduling information to nursing staff.
- Supported nursing leadership by providing regular reports on staff utilization and scheduling efficiency, enabling data-driven decisionmaking.
- Facilitated new hire orientation sessions for incoming nurses, familiarizing them with the scheduling system and procedures.
- Filled staffing vacancies and developed schedules to guarantee sufficient shift coverage.
- Continuously evaluated the effectiveness of scheduling policies and procedures, implementing improvements as needed to optimize workflow and reduce costs.
- Reviewed and adjudicated requests for PTO, vacation, maternity leave and both paid and unpaid leaves of absences.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saline Care and Rehabilitation Center
11.2012 - 06.2017
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Surgical Scheduler
Baptist Health Hospital
05.2007 - 10.2011
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing patient inquiries or concerns regarding their scheduled surgeries.
- Assisted in the ongoing development of surgical scheduling policies and procedures, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, physicians, and hospital staff, fostering strong relationships that supported effective care coordination.
- Managed surgeon preferences, equipment needs, and special requests to ensure optimal preparation for each procedure.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently scheduling surgeries and coordinating necessary pre-operative appointments.
- Collaborated with surgeons to optimize schedules, ensuring timely access to necessary procedures.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Baptist Health Hospital
05.2001 - 10.2006
- Trained new pharmacy technicians on proper procedures and best practices, ensuring consistent quality of service.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately filling and dispensing prescriptions in a timely manner.
- Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
- Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
Education
High School Diploma -
POPE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
GOLCONDA IL 05-1998
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs documentation
- Vital sign monitoring
- ADL support
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication dispensing
- Medication administration
- Behavioral health support
- Drug preparation
- Medication storage
- Insurance verification
- Medical records management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - State Health Departments or Board of Nursing.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Timeline
Certified Medication Aide
Quality Correctional Care
06.2021 - Current
Medical Records Clerk
Quality Correctional Care
06.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
American Senior Communities
06.2017 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Scheduler
American Senior Communities
06.2017 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saline Care and Rehabilitation Center
11.2012 - 06.2017
Surgical Scheduler
Baptist Health Hospital
05.2007 - 10.2011
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Baptist Health Hospital
05.2001 - 10.2006
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Medication Aide (CMA) - State Health Departments or Board of Nursing.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
High School Diploma -
POPE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
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