Barth Collins Aguirre
Elk Grove
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at The Meadows Assisted Living, skilled in empathetic communication and comprehensive patient evaluations. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through effective meal planning and personalized support, ensuring dignity and comfort. Committed to maintaining a safe environment while promoting independence and quality of life for all patients. Currently a healthcare student to pursue nursing in the future and work in geriatric care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Memory Care Caregiver
The Meadows Assisted Living
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties in apartments to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- 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.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Production Builder
Penumbra
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Interpreted blueprints accurately, building structures to exact specifications.
- Solved complex construction issues promptly with creative problem-solving abilities, preventing costly delays or compromises in quality.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Promoted positive work environment by recognizing team achievements and addressing concerns promptly.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
Personal Caregiver
Family Members
02.2015 - 05.2019
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Promoted client health by assisting with daily hygiene tasks, medication administration, and regular exercise routines.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Provided basic grooming and hygiene assistance to patients.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their unique needs.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Optimized meal planning according to dietary requirements, promoting healthy eating habits for improved health outcomes.
Education
Radiology
Chinese General Hospital College
Philippines07-2021
Skills
- Empathetic communication
- Effective time management
- Compassionate elderly support
- Analytical problem-solving
- Reliable and accountable
- Direct patient support
- Strong organizational skills
- Personal hygiene support
- Essential cleaning skills
- Documentation
- HIPAA compliance
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- Comprehensive patient evaluations
- Quick learner
- Adaptable work hours
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Dementia care
- Commitment to integrity
- Efficient meal planning
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Memory Care Caregiver
The Meadows Assisted Living
03.2024 - Current
Production Builder
Penumbra
06.2023 - 01.2024
Personal Caregiver
Family Members
02.2015 - 05.2019
Radiology
Chinese General Hospital College
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