Teshawn Dodson
PN Resume
Blackstone
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medication Aide
Arden Courts Memory Care
Midlothian
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medications to residents following established protocols and guidelines.
- Monitored residents' health and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting residents' comfort and independence.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each resident consistently.
- Educated residents and families about medication schedules and potential side effects.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive care for residents.
- Managed inventory of medications and supplies, ensuring availability at all times.
- Ensured a safe environment by adhering to safety regulations and best practices.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues.
CNA
Wayland Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Keysville
01.2020 - 03.2025
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized care plans.
- Educated residents on health management and wellness practices.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance resident well-being.
- Documented patient observations and care provided in electronic health records.
- Participated in training new staff on caregiving procedures and protocols.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Medication Aide
Watercrest Senior Living Group
Midlothian
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Administered medications to residents following established protocols and guidelines.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
- Monitored residents' health and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each resident consistently.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive care for residents.
- Managed inventory of medications and supplies, ensuring availability at all times.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues.
Education
Practical Nursing Program
Bryant And Stratton College
Richmond, VA05-2026
Medication Aide
Proffessional Career Institute
Richmond, VA01-2020
High School Diploma -
Nottoway High School
Nottoway, VA05-2012
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient care
- Insulin injection administration
- Glucose testing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control
- Specimen collection
- Care plan implementation
- Medication storage
- Equipment inspection and cleaning
- Electronic health records
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Walking rounds
- Walking rounds
Affiliations
H.C.A Parham Hospital, Student Practical Nurse IP Rehab 9/26-10/24
Timeline
Medication Aide
Arden Courts Memory Care
03.2025 - Current
Medication Aide
Watercrest Senior Living Group
01.2023 - 01.2024
CNA
Wayland Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
01.2020 - 03.2025
Practical Nursing Program
Bryant And Stratton College
Medication Aide
Proffessional Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Nottoway High School