Carla Perez
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with expertise in compassionate support, patient assistance, and mobility aid. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through emotional support and effective communication.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IHSS Care Provider
IHSS In Home Support Services
Bakersfield, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Coordinated transportation and scheduling for medical appointments.
- Monitored client health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients and families to enhance care experience.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences for better overall health.
- Provided transportation for clients to medical appointments, social events, and other necessary outings.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing compassionate care and support tailored to individual needs.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Facilitated communication between clients and their families to foster strong relationships and mutual understanding.
CNA Student
Hight Street Care Center
Bakersfield, CA
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in daily patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff review.
- Supported residents with activities of daily living, promoting independence.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to health protocols.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic care.
- Developed strong communication skills through active listening and effective verbal interactions with patients and colleagues.
- Enhanced teamwork abilities by collaborating closely with other CNAs, nurses, and healthcare providers to achieve common goals.
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized care plans under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses.
Supportive Living Services Provider
Daisy's Supportive Living Services
Bakersfield, CA
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Monitored and documented changes in clients' health conditions accurately.
- Supported mobility assistance, enhancing clients' independence and confidence.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Intern
Golden Empire Gleaners
Bakersfield, CA
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted in daily operations of food distribution program, ensuring efficient service delivery.
- Collaborated with team members to organize and manage inventory for community outreach events.
- Supported data entry tasks for tracking food donations and distributions accurately.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple tasks.
- Communicated effectively with staff and clients to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
- Engaged with volunteers to facilitate training on operational procedures and safety measures.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nursing
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA2028
Skills
- Emotional support
- Grooming assistance
- Physical mobility support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Transportation assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Recreational activities
- Meal preparation
- Patient assistance
- Bedside care
- Patient care
- Wound care
Certification
- Certified [CNA], Bakersfield College
- Public Health and Informatics Certified, Bakersfield College
- BLS Certified, Bakersfield College
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
CNA Student
Hight Street Care Center
10.2025 - 12.2025
Supportive Living Services Provider
Daisy's Supportive Living Services
07.2025 - 10.2025
Intern
Golden Empire Gleaners
06.2025 - 10.2025
IHSS Care Provider
IHSS In Home Support Services
05.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nursing
Bakersfield College