Sara Raquel Amaro
New Bedford,MA
Summary
Dedicated Home Health Aide with over 4 years of experience in patient care, vital signs, and HIPAA-compliant documentation. Expertise in medication reminders, mobility support, and care planning, ensuring client safety and comfort. Proven ability to communicate effectively within teams and provide compassionate support to diverse populations in home health and behavioral settings.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Counselor
CMHS
North Dartmouth, Massachusetts
09.2024 - Current
- Monitored resident behavior and communicated concerns to clinical staff to support timely interventions.
- Reinforced treatment plans and service goals during resident interactions to ensure alignment with individual needs.
- Supported residents with daily living tasks in CMHS behavioral health setting.
- Assisted residents with meal preparation, hygiene, and household routines.
- Documented resident observations and shift notes in agency records.
- Organized resident activities to promote social engagement and facilitate appointments with residents and support teams.
- Maintained safe living spaces and followed CMHS program guidelines.
- Completed daily resident welfare checks and coordinated with facility staff to meet resident needs.
- Prepared meals and assisted clients with laundry and household chores.
Residential House Manager
Brilliant Youth Group Home
Ocala, Florida
04.2026 - 09.2026
- Managed daily residential routines for youth in group home settings.
- Ensured home safety by actively monitoring surroundings and maintaining clean living spaces.
- Oversaw security systems to guarantee optimal functioning and enhance resident safety.
- Coordinated meal preparation and adhered to resident mealtime schedules to promote healthy eating habits.
- Assisted youth with complete bedtime hygiene routines and followed household expectations.
- Recorded resident activities and shared updates with care staff.
Home Health Aide
Angel Home Care
Mount Dora, FL
02.2026 - 09.2026
- Monitored vital signs and promptly reported changes to care supervisors to facilitate timely interventions.
- Assisted Angel Home Care clients with bathing, grooming, and dressing routines.
- Supported mobility with transfers, walking, and repositioning.
- Reminded clients about medications and daily care schedules.
- Prepared meals and followed the client’s diet instructions.
- Documented care activities and communicated updates to Angel Home Care staff to ensure continuity of care.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Provided companionship and support to enhance clients' emotional well-being by providing mental and emotional support.
Home Health Aide
Anodyne
Fall River, Massachusetts
05.2021 - 10.2024
- Assisted Angel Home Care clients with bathing, grooming, and dressing routines.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to care supervisors.
- Prepared meals and followed the client's diet instructions.
- Reminded clients about medications and daily care schedules.
- Supported mobility with transfers, walking, and repositioning.
- Cleaned living areas to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for clients. and maintained safe home conditions.
- Documented care activities and shared updates with Angel Home Care staff.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to the supervisor immediately.
Education
Associate of Science - RN
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA05-2026
High School Diploma -
New Bedford High School
New Bedford, MA06-2003
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Lifestream
New Bedford, MASome College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Salter School
MASkills
- Patient care
- Crisis intervention
- Residential care
- Care planning
- Medication management
- Patient monitoring
- Vital signs
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic charting
- HIPAA compliance
- HIPAA protocols
- First Aid & CPR
- Mental health disorders
- Behavioral intervention
- Life skills training
- Supportive counseling
- Team communication
- Professionalism
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Portuguese
Professional
Certification
- CNA
- Medical Assistant
- Human Rights
- Associates with Science
Timeline
Residential House Manager
Brilliant Youth Group Home
04.2026 - 09.2026
Home Health Aide
Angel Home Care
02.2026 - 09.2026
Residential Counselor
CMHS
09.2024 - Current
Home Health Aide
Anodyne
05.2021 - 10.2024
Associate of Science - RN
Bristol Community College
High School Diploma -
New Bedford High School
Some College (No Degree) - CNA
Lifestream
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Salter School