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Nichole Winters

Santa Maria

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. 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. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level patient care tech position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Bright Star Home Health
10.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.

CNA

Lompoc Skilled And Nursing Rehabilitation
03.2017 - 01.2020
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.

Care Giver

Kaweah Delta Medical Center
04.2015 - 03.2017
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • 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.

Assistant Manager

Round Table Pizza, Inc
01.2012 - 05.2015
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Streamlined store operations for increased efficiency, implementing new processes and procedures.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
  • Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.

Education

No Degree - Cna

Visalia Adult School
Visalia, CA

No Degree -

Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA

High School Diploma -

Visalia Charter Independent Study High School
Visalia, CA
06.2012

Skills

  • Documentation
  • Meal Preparation
  • Incident Reporting
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Patient Companionship
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Mobility Assistance
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • ADL Assistance
  • Strong Ethics
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Compassionate communication
  • First aid and safety
  • COVID-19 Safety Policies
  • Time Management
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Hoyer Lifting Equipment
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Records Maintenance
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • PPE Usage
  • Dementia Care
  • Emotional Support
  • Elderly Care
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Heavy Lifting

Timeline

Caregiver

Bright Star Home Health
10.2023 - Current

CNA

Lompoc Skilled And Nursing Rehabilitation
03.2017 - 01.2020

Care Giver

Kaweah Delta Medical Center
04.2015 - 03.2017

Assistant Manager

Round Table Pizza, Inc
01.2012 - 05.2015

No Degree - Cna

Visalia Adult School

No Degree -

Allan Hancock College

High School Diploma -

Visalia Charter Independent Study High School
Nichole Winters