Alejandra Melendez-Ruiz
Campbell,CA
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities. Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. I am also an Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. I am experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 15 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
H.H. Browning Primary Elementary School
08.2000 - 05.2023
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Enhanced students'' critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lessons, promoting interdisciplinary learning among students.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to address diverse learning needs of the students in the class.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
Home Health Care Provider
Berry Family Services
01.2015 - 05.2022
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured medication adherence for optimal health outcomes through accurate administration and careful monitoring.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and preserving dignity.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to address specific patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff, contributing to timely interventions and improved health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families, fostering a positive home environment conducive to healing.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by maintaining strict confidentiality of personal information and adhering to HIPAA guidelines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to each patient''s unique circumstances.
- Educated patients on disease management and prevention techniques, empowering them to take control of their own health.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between hospital and home settings by coordinating equipment delivery, therapy appointments, and follow-up care as needed.
- Improved patient mobility through targeted exercise programs designed in conjunction with physical therapists.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate communication among healthcare providers and continuity of care across multiple visits.
- Addressed emergency situations promptly and effectively while adhering to established protocols for crisis intervention and escalation when necessary.
- Performed wound care duties diligently, reducing risk of infection and accelerating the healing process.
- Coordinated meal planning efforts based on dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring proper nutrition intake for all assigned clients.
- Promoted community integration by accompanying patients on outings to participate in social events or attend medical appointments.
- Contributed to high-quality caregiving standards by staying current on industry best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Managed scheduling conflicts efficiently while prioritizing patient needs, ensuring consistent provision of essential services.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Delivered top-notch care for children with developmental disabilities, acquired illnesses or injuries.
- Planned and implemented community outreach and events to provide health education about cancer, self-care and preventive breast examinations.
Daycare Teacher
Royse City Learning Center
01.2007 - 03.2010
- Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
- Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
- Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
Restaurant Hostess
Luby's Cafeteria
08.1987 - 12.1989
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by greeting and seating guests promptly upon arrival.
- Maintained an organized waitlist for busy times, ensuring efficient seating of guests.
- Provided exceptional service through friendly interactions with customers, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Managed reservations effectively, accommodating special requests and ensuring accurate guest counts.
Education
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TXHigh School Diploma -
United High School
Laredo, TX05.1986
Skills
- Faculty Collaboration
- Learning Support
- Skills Development
- Supplementary Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Individualized Instruction
- Behavior Modeling
- Behavior Management
- School Policies and Procedures
- Regulatory Compliance
- Professional Development
- Team collaboration
- Emotional intelligence
- Problem-solving
- Parent Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Home Health Care Provider
Berry Family Services
01.2015 - 05.2022
Daycare Teacher
Royse City Learning Center
01.2007 - 03.2010
Assistant Teacher
H.H. Browning Primary Elementary School
08.2000 - 05.2023
Restaurant Hostess
Luby's Cafeteria
08.1987 - 12.1989
Laredo Community College
High School Diploma -
United High School
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