Heidi Barreras
Tucson
Summary
Detail-oriented Medication Technician skilled in medication administration, patient monitoring, and infection control. Committed to enhancing resident outcomes through effective education and teamwork.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Medication Technician
La Posada Assisted Living
Green Valley
08.2021 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications to residents according to established schedules.
- Monitored residents for side effects and reported changes in health to nursing staff.
- Maintained accurate medication records and documentation for compliance audits.
- Educated residents and families about medication management and potential side effects.
- Trained new staff on medication administration protocols and resident care practices.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Caregiver
Private Home Care
Green Valley
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding client needs and progress.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Collaborated with outside agencies such as home health providers or hospice organizations as needed.
Phlebotomist
Berry best Phlebotomy
Tucson
- Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Flushed intravenous lines with saline to prevent blockages.
- Assessed plasma collection machines for proper functionality.
- Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Desert View Highschool
Tucson, AZ12-2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Infection control procedures
- Wound care assistance
- Care plan development
- Team collaboration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Walking rounds
- Emergency response
- Home health aide (HHA)
- Heartsaver first aid
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
Phlebotomist
Timeline
Medication Technician
La Posada Assisted Living
08.2021 - Current
Caregiver
Private Home Care
01.2019 - 08.2021
Phlebotomist
Berry best Phlebotomy
High School Diploma -
Desert View Highschool