Fredrick Coleman
Myrtle Beach
Summary
Strong history in customer relations/customer support. Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support. Committed to providing exceptional care and assistance in support roles.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medication Technician
Myrtle Beach Grove
Myrtle Beach
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Monitored patients for side effects and reactions to medications.
- Documented medication administration in patient records accurately.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient safety and care quality.
- Educated patients and families on medication usage and potential side effects.
- Followed safety guidelines to prevent medication errors and ensure compliance.
- Monitored vital signs prior to administering medications and reported any changes or irregularities to the supervising nurse.
- Assisted with training new Certified Medication Technicians on medication administration processes.
- Observed residents during medication administration for adverse reactions or non-compliance with instructions provided by staff members.
- Reported any observed changes in physical condition or behavior immediately to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration and other related documentation.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance when needed while also maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Identified potential drug interactions and reported them promptly to the supervising nurse.
- Performed inventory control for all medications on a regular basis.
- Assisted in the preparation and distribution of medications to patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintained professional relationships with other healthcare professionals including pharmacists, physicians, nurses.
- Conducted routine rounds throughout assigned units to ensure compliance with medication protocols.
- Actively participated in team meetings discussing best practices for providing optimal care for each resident.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to all emergency situations related to patient health issues.
- Administered medications to residents in accordance with physician's orders, nursing standards, and state regulations.
- Communicated effectively with family members about their loved one's current medical status.
- Received supply of ordered medications to apportion, mix or assemble drugs for administration to patient.
- Preparedvarious medications per shift to distribute to patients orally, topically, or through inhalation.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
Caregiver
The Key
Pawleys Island
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Monitor and record the current health status of an individual with disabilities or illness, and address their health-related needs, such as changing bandages, dressing wounds, or administering medication.
- Work is performed under the direction of offsite or intermittent onsite licensed nursing staff.
- Provide assistance with routine healthcare tasks or activities of daily living, such as feeding, bathing, toileting, or ambulation.
- Also prepared healthy, wholesome meals according to the clients needs and desires.
- Completing daily lower extremity stretching exercises in preparation for physical and occupational therapy.
Caregiver
Myrtle Beach
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Full-time caregiver to family member at home.
- Prepared all meals.
- Daily upkeep of shared home.
- Ordered and maintained medical equipment as needed.
- Provided transportation to all medical appointments.
- Administered all prescribed medical medications as directed.
Mental Health Aide (MHA)
Lighthouse Care Center of Conway
CONWAY
03.2014 - 07.2017
- Take vital signs along with FSBS.
- Oversee and conduct group sessions with patients offering coping skills and other ways of stress management.
- Oversee groups involving drug and alcohol treatments.
Education
Medical Assistant/Certification -
Southern Technical School
SC06.1991
Medical Assistant -
Southern Technical School
Columbia, SCHigh School Equivalency Diploma - General High School Curriculum
American School
Chicago, SCSkills
- To care and give the best care for elderly or disabled clients that require the minimum to the maximum of care
- Medication administration
- Patient monitoring
- Vital sign assessment
- Drug interaction identification
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Emergency response
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Training and mentoring
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- First aid procedures
- Drug interaction awareness
- Behavioral management
- Mental health support
- Patient assessments
- Daily living assistance
- Excellent communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Medical charting
References
- Woodrow Ford, II, Professor, Miller-Motte College, 2451 US-501, Conway, SC, 29526, 843-279-2928
- Doris Ford, EEG Technician, Nephrology Specialists, 8024 Myrtle Trace Drive, Conway, SC, 29526, 843-234-8950
- Jane Jett, Pharmacist, Litchfield Pharmacy, 115 Willbrook Blvd. #A, Pawleys Island, SC, 29585, 843-237-7381
- Charla Paetow, Customer Service Representative, Litchfield Pharmacy, 115 Wilbrook Blvd. #A, Pawleys Island, SC, 29585, 803-351-4546
Occupational Licenses Certificates And Training
Vocational School Certificate, 06/1991, Medical Assistant/Certification, Southern Technical School
Timeline
Certified Medication Technician
Myrtle Beach Grove
03.2024 - 05.2025
Caregiver
The Key
01.2019 - 06.2023
Caregiver
07.2017 - 04.2018
Mental Health Aide (MHA)
Lighthouse Care Center of Conway
03.2014 - 07.2017
Medical Assistant/Certification -
Southern Technical School
Medical Assistant -
Southern Technical School
High School Equivalency Diploma - General High School Curriculum
American School
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