Brandy Rios
Brooklyn,OH
Summary
Personable and compassionate individual with natural ability to provide outstanding care and support. Understanding of basic medical terminology and procedures, coupled with skills in time management and effective communication. Committed to making positive difference in residents' lives through attentive and compassionate care. Offering genuine passion for helping others and strong desire to learn and grow in caregiving environment. Brings understanding of importance of empathy and patient care, along with developing skills in basic medical assistance and daily living support. Ready to use and develop interpersonal and caregiving skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Care Aide
Brookdale Assisted Living
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted residents with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring their dignity and comfort throughout the process.
- Managed challenging behaviors among residents using de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Enhanced resident well-being by providing compassionate care and support in daily activities.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported the emotional well-being of residents by establishing strong relationships built on trust and empathy.
- Provided mobility assistance to residents as needed, including transferring between beds or chairs and aiding with ambulation around the facility.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Provided end-of-life care for residents, ensuring their comfort and dignity during their final days while offering emotional support to family members throughout the process.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Promoted a safe living environment for residents by performing regular safety checks and maintaining cleanliness.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly responding to resident requests or concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans for residents exhibiting problematic behaviors or symptoms of dementia-related decline.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Home Health Aide Assistant
Comfort Healthcare
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, creating a supportive environment conducive to healing and improved wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Educated patients on healthy lifestyle choices and self-care techniques, empowering them to take charge of their own wellbeing.
- Transported patients to doctor appointments or other outings, enabling them to maintain social connections and enjoy community events.
- Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene routines, enhancing their overall quality of life.
- Documented daily activities and progress reports for accurate record-keeping and efficient communication among caregivers team members.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections or accidents.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and protected sensitive information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Aided in meal preparation according to specific dietary requirements, contributing to better nutrition management for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Phlebotomy Technician
University Hospital & Clinic
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and timely blood draws.
- Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Reduced patient anxiety by using effective communication skills and demonstrating empathy during blood draws.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in identifying patients and matching them with their corresponding lab orders.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient confidentiality by upholding strict adherence to HIPAA regulations during all interactions and documentation processes.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with both colleagues and patients.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all phlebotomy procedures.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Supported laboratory operations by maintaining clean, organized, and well-stocked work areas for optimal efficiency.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Quality Control Analyst
Park-Ohio
07.2003 - 10.2016
- Conducted root cause analysis for recurring issues, developing long-term solutions to prevent recurrence.
- Provided training to new hires on quality control procedures, fostering a culture of excellence within the team.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Improved overall production efficiency by identifying and resolving quality control issues.
- Inspected incoming products for adherence to labeling laws and company quality standards.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying updated on industry standards and government regulations affecting product quality.
- Streamlined processes, implementing rigorous testing protocols to ensure product reliability.
- Reduced customer complaints with consistent monitoring of products for adherence to company standards.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
Quality Control Inspector
A-Brite Plating
05.1998 - 10.2001
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Reduced product rejection rates by collaborating with production teams to address quality issues proactively.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
Education
N/a - Phlebotomy Technician
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center
Brecksville, OH08.2021
High School Diploma -
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center
Brecksville, OH05.2021
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Bathing assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Grooming assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Dementia care
- Clinical documentation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Social interaction
- Alzheimer's care
- Infection control
- Patient transportation
- Mobility assistance
- Laundry services
- Emergency response
- Mental health care
- Transfer assistance
- Fall prevention
- Patient assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Laundry processing
- Memory care
- Behavior documentation
- Meal assistance
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Vital signs
- Excellent communication
- Direct patient care
- Empathy and compassionate care
- HIPAA compliance
- Decision-making
- Calm under stress
- Heavy lifting
- Supporting personal needs
- Catheter care
- Patient observation
- Bedside manner
- Wound care
- Patient relationship building
speak spanish
I am Irish ,But i was able to pick up on learning spanish threw my friends .And i speak it Fluently now and i am able
to Translate anything that is needed.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Health Aide Assistant
Comfort Healthcare
12.2023 - 09.2024
Resident Care Aide
Brookdale Assisted Living
08.2023 - 11.2024
Phlebotomy Technician
University Hospital & Clinic
03.2021 - 04.2022
Quality Control Analyst
Park-Ohio
07.2003 - 10.2016
Quality Control Inspector
A-Brite Plating
05.1998 - 10.2001
N/a - Phlebotomy Technician
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center
High School Diploma -
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center
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