Anjanette Bridges
Grand Terrace,CA
Summary
Proven caregiver and team collaborator, I leveraged strong problem-solving and compassionate communication skills at Carmel Village to enhance patient quality of life. Excelled in medication management and emotional support, achieving a 30% improvement in patient satisfaction. Adaptability and dedication to patient care underscore my commitment to excellence in healthcare environments.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Carmel Village
- 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 with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
Caregiver Attendant
Care Partners at Home
03.2022 - Current
- Managed household tasks efficiently, ensuring a clean and comfortable environment for patients.
- Implemented strategies to prevent falls and accidents in the home setting, reducing risk of injury to patients.
- Ensured patient safety through diligent monitoring and adherence to care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
Shift Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
03.2008 - 02.2010
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
Overnight Stocker
Target
10.2007 - 03.2008
- Maintained proper storage of overstock items, keeping backroom areas organized and accessible for future use.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Enhanced store appearance for better customer experience through meticulous shelf stocking and arrangement.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Ensured timely completion of nightly stocking tasks, optimizing store readiness for the following day''s operation.
Checker/Front End Manager/Safety Coordinator
Safeway
05.2000 - 07.2006
- Aided in training new employees, sharing best practices for efficient job performance.
- Actively participated in team meetings, contributing ideas for improving store efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by following company guidelines and reporting any hazards or issues promptly.
- Exceeded performance targets consistently, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities under pressure.
- Assisted customers with bagging their purchases, providing swift and attentive service.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, addressing concerns with empathy and finding appropriate solutions.
- Processed both cash and card purchases and returns.
- Assisted with unloading customer carts onto conveyor belt.
- Handled cash transactions securely, adhering to strict cash handling procedures at all times.
- Developed solid rapport with regular customers, fostering trust through friendly interaction and reliable service.
- Spoke with upset customers and notified appropriate management to resolve conflicts.
- Increased sales of promotional items by effectively informing customers of ongoing deals and discounts.
- Demonstrated flexibility in schedule adjustments, covering shifts during peak shopping hours or staff shortages.
Crew Member
McDonald's Restaurant
07.1997 - 03.1998
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
Education
Certification - Home Health
Envision Education
Rancho Cucamonga, CACertification - Certified Nurse Assistant
Baldy View ROP
Ontario, CAGeneral Education - Culinary Arts And Computer Maintenance
San Jose Job Corps
San Jose, CA05.1991
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Housekeeping
- Emotional support
- Meal preparation
- Relationship building
- Compassionate care
- Flexible schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Dementia care
- Compassionate communication
- Team collaboration
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Alzheimer's care
- Medication management
- Direct patient care
- Documentation
- COVID-19 safety policies
- HIPAA compliance
- Client documentation
- Heavy lifting
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- ADL assistance
- Incident reporting
- End-of-life care
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- Progress documentation
- Complex Problem-solving
- PPE usage
- Chronic illness management
- Conflict resolution
- Patient advocacy
- Stress management
- Empathetic listening
- At-home care instruction
- Patient mobility assistance
- Dining room support
- Patient care and companionship
- State regulations
- Daily living activities assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Fast learner
- Attentive to people
- Bedside care
- Clear communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safety awareness
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2023 - Current
Caregiver Attendant
Care Partners at Home
03.2022 - Current
Shift Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
03.2008 - 02.2010
Overnight Stocker
Target
10.2007 - 03.2008
Checker/Front End Manager/Safety Coordinator
Safeway
05.2000 - 07.2006
Crew Member
McDonald's Restaurant
07.1997 - 03.1998
Caregiver
Carmel Village
Certification - Home Health
Envision Education
Certification - Certified Nurse Assistant
Baldy View ROP
General Education - Culinary Arts And Computer Maintenance
San Jose Job Corps
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