Gabriela Alvarez
Colton
Summary
Dedicated professional with 40+ years of experience in team leadership, customer service, and time management, excelling in both caregiving and laboratory settings. Demonstrates a visionary approach, consistently delivering measurable outcomes through disciplined execution and collaborative problem-solving. Committed to leveraging these skills to drive organizational success and enhance client satisfaction.
Sympathtic personal care aide with several years of experience supporting patients with activities of daily living. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to healthcare team and supervisors.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Ramona Nursing & Rehabilitation
El Monte
04.2014 - 04.2025
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
Caregiver
HSS Caregiver
01.2016 - 12.2020
- Assisted in care at HSS Caregiver (Jan 2016), emphasizing quick learning, punctuality, and strong work ethics to support client needs.
- Engineered structured care routines by evaluating patient risks and refining protocols to ensure safer, stable environments.
- Coordinated personalised care plans with interdisciplinary teams, addressing challenges and enhancing client recovery.
Supervisor
GMP Lab of America
01.1999 - 12.2015
- Worked closely with teams to meet deadlines, focus on continuous learning, and resolve issues through collective problem-solving and supportive practices.
- Implemented advanced solutions to refine workflow, restructured tasks, harnessed technical expertise and mitigated issues, yielding notable results.
- Executed responsibilities with discipline and punctuality, swiftly adapting to challenges while ensuring sustained, measurable outcomes.
- Introduced process refinements, optimised resource use and guided the team to solve production bottlenecks, enhancing lab output.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to fine-tune protocols, mentored staff in quality control and resolved process inconsistencies.
Labeler
West Coast Samples
01.1980 - 12.1996
- Adjusted machine components and pressure to support product processing.
- Utilized automated equipment to print, cut, and apply labels to containers or packages.
- Adjusted machine components, machine tensions and machine pressure according to size and processing angle of product.
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Customer Service
- Time Management
- Light housekeeping
- Communication skills
- At-home care instruction
- Resident care partner
Languages
- English
- Spanish
References
- Greg Arce (702-273-9350)- La Puente Assitant Living, 1997- 2007
- Maria Solis (702-661-5627) - Santa Barbara Convalescent, 1995- 2005
- Elvin Mejia (626-589-1316)- Ramona Nursing & Rehabilitation, 2014- 2025
Timeline
Caregiver
HSS Caregiver
01.2016 - 12.2020
Caregiver
Ramona Nursing & Rehabilitation
04.2014 - 04.2025
Supervisor
GMP Lab of America
01.1999 - 12.2015
Labeler
West Coast Samples
01.1980 - 12.1996