Sandra Veney
Kilmarnock
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Commonwealth Senior Living, excelling in medication management and patient care coordination. Proven ability to train staff and enhance compliance with regulatory standards. Skilled in dosage calculation and effective communication, fostering strong relationships with residents and families to ensure optimal care outcomes.
Professional medication technician with comprehensive experience in patient care and medication administration. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Skilled in medication management, patient monitoring, and adherence to safety protocols. Valued for excellent communication and organizational skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Medication Technician/Scheduler
Commonwealth Senior Living
09.2017 - Current
- Maintained accurate medication records and documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans for residents' health needs.
- Trained new medication technicians on proper administration techniques and safety practices.
- Assisted in conducting medication audits to ensure compliance with state regulations and policies.
- Facilitated communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers regarding medication management.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care for each patient.
- Trained new Medication Technicians, ensuring adherence to best practices and quality standards.
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary team meetings, providing valuable insights on patients'' medication management and overall treatment plans.
- Provided exceptional patient support, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding medications and treatments.
- Promoted a culture of accountability through regular audits of medication administration practices and documentation.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on new medications and treatment protocols.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maintained accurate records of scheduling changes and staff availability.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming staff members.
- Supported needs of 70+ residents under long-term care.
Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant
Lancashire Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Monitored patient progress, documenting changes in health status and reporting to nursing staff.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on restorative care techniques and best practices.
- Facilitated therapeutic exercises, promoting mobility and independence among residents.
- Conducted regular assessments to evaluate effectiveness of restorative interventions and adjusted as needed.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risk of injury during patient rehabilitation activities.
- Encouraging open communication channels were leading to better overall management of cases.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop personalized care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills while working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals on interdisciplinary teams.
- Utilized specialized equipment for proper positioning and support, maximizing patient comfort levels.
- Provided physical therapy support for improved patient mobility and functionality.
- Adhered to safety protocols during transfers and ambulation, minimizing the risk of injury or accidents for both patients and staff.
- Utilized approved restorative approaches and adhered to treatment plans in execution of patient care.
- Operated equipment appropriately and according to user instructions, reporting damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
- Assisted patients in development of eating, dressing and grooming skills.
- Communicated effectively with patients to identify needs and establish comfortability level throughout therapeutic exercises.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of therapy session outcomes to track patients' progress towards treatment goals.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Supported needs of 75+ residents under long-term care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northumberland High
Heathsville, VA06-2025
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Prescription verification
- Staff training and development
- Patient care coordination
- Pharmacy operations management
- Medication storage compliance
- Dosage calculation
- Drug interaction monitoring
- Medication error prevention
- Maintaining medication records
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Emergency response
- Records updating
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- CPR certification
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Recording vital signs
- CNA certification
- Patient-focused care
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Catheter care
- Electronic charting
- Emotional support
- Patient relationship building
- Bedside manner
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 50+ staff members.
- Achieved adequate staffing through effectively helping with positive interviews and orientations.
- Addressed and resolved family concerns which led to positive feedback, and gratitude.
- Collaborated with several outside agencies in the development of successful public relations.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- RMA - Registered Medication Aide
- UIA/ISP -Uniform Assessment Instrument Training
- CDP - Certified Dementia Practitioner
Timeline
Restorative Certified Nursing Assistant
Lancashire Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - 12.2024
Lead Medication Technician/Scheduler
Commonwealth Senior Living
09.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Northumberland High
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