Bernadette Vasquez
9252 Telegraph Rd Downey California,CA
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Seeking the job of a caregiver to utilize a kind hearted nature and ability to work with elderly and/or children.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Picker
Mexiterra LLC
Santa Fe Springs, CA
01.2018 - Current
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes and prepared shipments.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
- Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Used appropriately sized boxes to pack products with care, minimizing shifting and damage during transport.
Caregiver
Maxim Healthcare
Alhambra, CA
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Daycare Assistant
De Arco Daycare
Whittier, CA
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
- Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
Education
Sierra Vista Adult School
Whittier,CaliforniaSkills
- Shipping and Packaging
- General Housekeeping
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Motivated Team Player
- Bedside Care
- PPE Usage
- Attentive to People
- Strong Ethics
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Special Needs Care
Accomplishments
Preventing Bloodborne infections:Bloodborne Viruses
Medcom/Trainex course :
This course is about how to avoid exposure and what to do if exposed to infectious material. These bloodborne pathogens include, but are not limited to,hepatitis B (HBV), hepatitis C (HCV), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Timeline
Warehouse Picker
Mexiterra LLC
01.2018 - Current
Caregiver
Maxim Healthcare
12.2016 - 01.2018
Daycare Assistant
De Arco Daycare
01.2012 - 12.2013
Sierra Vista Adult School