Deborah Maqsood

Professionally trained Certified Clinical Medial Assistant/Register Medication with experience ensuring high standards of culturally competent care for wide variety of patients with diverse needs. Expert in all elements of patient care and successful in working as part of a team to treat a wide range of medical conditions. Skilled in prioritizing patients' needs within high-stress environments.

Willing to relocate: Anywhere Work authorization: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Correctional Officer - Powthan correction center - State Farm, VA

Provided the safety of inmates and non security workers on a daily basis. Keeping accurate records of the daily movement of the inmates in the facility. Monitored for any unauthorized movement. Having the authority to try and de-eslate a situation before reaches out of hand.

Registered Medication Aide - KARE - Irving, TX

(2020-03)

• Administered medication to residents in memory care and skilled living units, ensuring accurate dosage and adherence to physician orders.
• Charted daily patient health and wellness information, maintaining up-to-date and compliant records in the EMR system.
• Entered patient information into the EMR system, improving data accuracy and accessibility for healthcare teams.
• Corresponded with medical staff and scheduled appointments for residents, facilitating seamless care coordination.
• Monitored vital signs during medication administration to quickly identify complications, enhancing patient safety.
• Observed patients’ vital signs and medication reactions, promptly reporting health concerns or behavioral changes to medical staff.
• Helped patients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support, contributing to overall well-being.
• Initiated oxygen and administered life-saving drugs in emergency situations, ensuring rapid response to critical incidents.
• Performed routine inventory and control checks of drugs, maintaining proper storage and compliance with regulations.
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service by responding promptly and courteously to requests from residents, visitors, physicians, and team members.
• Ordered drug supplies from pharmacy as needed to meet patient needs, ensuring continuous medication availability.
• Ensured all controlled substances were appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations, reducing risk of diversion.
• Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues, improving patient outcomes.
• Provided assistance to nursing staff in administering injections, intravenous therapy, and other treatments, supporting comprehensive patient care.
• Administered oral medication to patients in accordance with doctors’ orders, ensuring compliance and safety.
• Maintained accurate medication records for each patient, supporting regulatory compliance and continuity of care.

Direct Support Reach - Western Tidewater Community Services Board - Hampton, VA

(2026-02 - 2026-06)

Working in a crisis house that we're we try and help patients who are struggling with mental illness or behavior issues or emergency situations were we monitored patients daily progress talking with families and social workers, physicians, to have a service plan of how to help the patients.

Mental Health Specialist - Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare - Staunton, VA

(2024-12 - 2025-11)

• Implemented crisis intervention strategies to support clients during acute distress, improving safety and de-escalation outcomes using trauma-informed care skills.
• Monitored client progress through regular check-ins and evaluation of treatment outcomes, adjusting interventions as necessary to enhance recovery rates.
• Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards, ensuring data integrity and regulatory adherence.
• Cultivated a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that fostered trust, empathy, and open communication, resulting in improved client engagement.
• Incorporated trauma-informed care principles into practice when working with individuals who have experienced trauma, promoting resilience and recovery.
• Assisted clients in developing personalized coping strategies and self-care routines to manage symptoms effectively, increasing client independence.
• Cultivated a nonjudgmental and empathetic approach when working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, enhancing inclusivity and rapport.

Patient Care Technician - Commonwealth Center for Children and Adolescents - Staunton, VA

(2024-06 - 2024-12)

• Worked with children ages 7 to 17 experiencing mental illness, trauma, autism, or physical aggression, supporting individualized care plans.
• Utilized training in verbal de-escalation and TOVA trauma-informed care to manage challenging behaviors and promote a safe environment.
• Assisted students with daily life skills and monitored their progress, contributing to improved independence and well-being.

Registered Medication Aide - City of Richmond, va jail - Richmond, VA

(2022-03 - 2022-08)

Working as aRMA(Registered Medication Aide),Administrative Medication to inmates following the policy of the facility, along with the state regulations,following physicians orders updating the electronic charting system on the inmates daily progress if there was any changes.,keeping tract of all medical supplies and Inventory as well as pharmacy orders .

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - UVA hospital - Charlottesville, VA

(2020-11 - 2021-04)

As an experience Certified Clinical Medical Assistant with my experience in electronic charting and infection control and aseptic procedures providing. Care to the student and faculty and pre procedures for surgery in the COVID Systematic clinic making appointments and refrying patient information into the Epic system .

Register Medication Aide - Regency at Augusta - Fishersville, VA

(2020-02 - 2020-11)

Administering medication to resident recording the progress and any charting thats needs to be done . Making appointments for the resident talking with resident family members and the doctors pharmacy to make sure that every one has the correct information. Assistant with the aides to provide quality care to resident . Checking the medication in from pharmacy .

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - UVA hospital - Charlottesville, VA

(2019-11 - 2020-11)

• Provided care to students and faculty using expertise in electronic charting, infection control, and aseptic procedures, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Prepared patients for surgery in the COVID Systematic clinic, making appointments and entering patient information into the Epic system for accurate records.

Register Medication Aide - The Lodge at Old Trail - Crozet, VA

(2019-06 - 2020-08)

The administration of medication to residents and charting information in the EMR system. Talking with family members and other medical staffing to receive updates on the residents. Assisting with the aides in the care of the residents. Providing care to resident in the memory care unit.Have experienced giving injection and taking vital signs.

Register Medication Aide - The Lodge at Old Trail - Crozet, VA

(2019-06 - 2020-04)

• Administered medication to residents and charted information in the EMR system, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Communicated with family members and medical staff to receive updates on residents, facilitating effective care coordination.
• Assisted aides in resident care, supporting daily living activities and promoting a safe environment.
• Provided care to residents in the memory care unit, including administering injections and taking vital signs to monitor health status.

Registered Medication Aide - English Meadows Senior Living Community - Crozet, VA

(2018-11 - 2019-05)

Administration of medication to resident in memory care unit and skill living. Charting the daily residents information of health and wellness. Outing the information into the EMR System . Corresponding with other medical staff and making appointments for the residents. My experience in working with in a care facilities and having the addition training of working in memory care unit. I training in blood draws ,injections

Direct Support Professional - Good Life Corporation - New Market, VA

(2018-05 - 2018-11)

Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care. Monitored progress and documented any status changes accordingly. Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.

Administered medication as directed by physician. Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being. Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress.

Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan. Developed rapport with patients to create a safe and trusting environment for care. Facilitated timely check-in by greeting visitors and establishing the purpose of their visit.

Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's. Ensured HIPAA compliance. Encouraged creative thinking, problem solving, and empowerment as part of the facility management group to improve morale and teamwork.

Monitored fluid intake and output levels. Assisted patients with daily functions.

Patient Care Assistant - Mountainside Senior Living - Crozet, VA

(2018-01 - 2018-05)

Monitored ongoing care and proactively corrected problems. Evaluated effectiveness of current strategies with interdisciplinary team and utilized recommendations to make permanent improvements to care standards. Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines in all areas.

Reviewed each step of patient care and made proactive adjustments to avert issues. Updated documentation and reports detailing patient activities, care actions and hospital determinations. Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities.

Worked with patients and families to develop future plans and discuss care actions. Maximized preventative care utilization to reduce hospital burden and help eliminate readmission. Increased utilization of preventative care to reduce readmission's.

Patient Care Associate - Interim Healthcare of Verona VA - Verona, VA

(2017-01 - 2018-01)

Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment. Updated documentation and reports detailing patient activities, care actions and hospital determinations. Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.

Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities. Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care. Reviewed each step of patient care and made proactive adjustments to avert issues.

Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands. Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards at all times. Increased utilization of preventative care to reduce readmission's. Monitored ongoing care and proactively corrected problems.

Worked with patients and families to develop future plans and discuss care actions. Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines in all areas. Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.

Measured effectiveness with team and implemented recommendations for long term improvements. Met with patients and families to discuss care and plan of action for future. Performed as subject matter e

Personal Care Attendant - PCG Public Partnerships - Glen Allen, VA

(2012-06 - 2015-12)

Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and nursing diagnoses. Closely collaborated with management team to make necessary improvements and satisfy resident needs. Diagnosed and treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COP and pneumonia.

Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's and Paget's disease. Ensured HIPAA compliance. Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming. Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Followed infection control procedures. Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring. Ensured safety and well-being of patients. Assisted patients with daily functions. Facilitated an on-going assessment of patient/family needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan. Assessed patients and documented their medical histories. Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records.

High School Diploma - Wilson Memorial High School

Human Resource (None) - Human Resource - Capella University (2010-10 - 2012-12)

Business Management (None) - Business Management - Blue Ridge Community College (2006-04 - 2010-10)