Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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CARESSA CORTEZ

CARE GIVER
Fairfield,CA
CARESSA  CORTEZ

Summary

Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Home Care Agency, excelling in medication administration and client record maintenance. Proven ability to provide emotional support during challenging times, enhancing clients' well-being. Skilled in meal preparation and transportation coordination, ensuring a high standard of care and companionship for elderly clients.

Overview

17
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Care Agency

Caregiver
06.2018 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Assisted clients.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities.
  • Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.

Lettier Areta Home Care
Fairfield, CA

Companion Caregiver
01.2005 - 06.2010

Job overview

  • Check clients files
  • Meal prep
  • Medication
  • Clean
  • One on one skills
  • Provided emotional support during difficult times like illness or bereavement.

Education

Fairfield High
Fairfield, CA

High School Diploma
06-1999

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Meal preparation
  • Client record maintenance
  • Transportation coordination

Timeline

Caregiver

Home Care Agency
06.2018 - 08.2021

Companion Caregiver

Lettier Areta Home Care
01.2005 - 06.2010

Fairfield High

High School Diploma
CARESSA CORTEZ CARE GIVER