Ana Medina-Suazo
San Jose,CA
Summary
Experienced Caregiver assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within a care facility. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and works with qualified healthcare staff and family to maximize care and healthcare concerns for the client's physical comfort and emotional support. As well as also provides house care by; making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes, and preparing meals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
NU Care Inc
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationships.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
Caregiver
Alegre Home Care
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient's personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living need to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Penn University
Oskaloosa, IA05.2024
Skills
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Patient Care
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking and Organization
- Compassionate communication
- Documentation
- Medication Administration
- ADL Assistance
- Personal Care Worker
- Care Planning
Certification
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
NU Care Inc
04.2023 - 12.2023
Caregiver
Alegre Home Care
05.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Penn University
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
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