Carmela Tingzon Ortega
Temecula,CA
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at 1 Heart Caregiving Services, delivering compassionate client care and enhancing patient independence. Skilled in medication administration and effective communication, I excel in developing tailored care plans and fostering strong relationships, ensuring optimal well-being and comfort for clients. Committed to maintaining high standards of care and support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
1 Heart Care Giving Agency
Oceanside, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate personal care, including bathing, grooming, and dressing assistance.
- Assisted clients with mobility and daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring compliance with health guidelines and protocols.
- Monitored client health status, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare professionals.
- Developed tailored care plans in collaboration with families to address individual needs effectively.
- Facilitated engaging activities for clients to promote mental stimulation and emotional well-being.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices for client care and safety procedures.
- 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 to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
Education
Dementia Certification Course - Dementia Therapy
Efficient Therapy
2026
Certificate in Medication Technician - Medication Technician
Beacon Hill Career Training
2025
CPR & First Aid -
Red Cross
2023
Certificate in Basic Caregiving -
Care Academy
Santa Barbara, CA2023
Master of Arts in Teaching Mathematics
University of The East
Manila Philippines 03.1983
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Philippine Normal University
Manila, Philippines 03.1981
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time Management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Strong ethics
- Compassionate care
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Dementia care
- Compassionate communication
- Medication administration
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Compassionate client care
- Fast learner
Timeline
Caregiver
1 Heart Care Giving Agency
01.2024 - Current
Dementia Certification Course - Dementia Therapy
Efficient Therapy
Certificate in Medication Technician - Medication Technician
Beacon Hill Career Training
CPR & First Aid -
Red Cross
Certificate in Basic Caregiving -
Care Academy
Master of Arts in Teaching Mathematics
University of The East
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Philippine Normal University