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Catherine Castro

National City,CA

Summary

Reliable personal care professional bringing 18 years of experience in Personal Care Assistant roles. Skilled in addressing physical and mental disabilities and monitoring needs for convalescent patients. Trusted to care for patients at varying stages of life. Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care. Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills. Multi-talented Personal Care Aide with 18 years supporting patients with tasks of daily living. Skilled at caring for patients' healthcare needs, grooming, and light housekeeping. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to supervisors.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

IHSS Public Authority
National City, CA
06.2013 - Current
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Fredericka Manor
Chula Vista, CA
06.2022 - 01.2024
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Victoria Health Care Center
El Cajon, CA
06.2006 - 09.2015
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pines City Educational School of Nursing
Philippines
03-1991

Skills

  • Behavioral Management
  • ADL Assistance
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Hoyer Lifting Equipment
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Dependable and Responsible

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Fredericka Manor
06.2022 - 01.2024

Caregiver

IHSS Public Authority
06.2013 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Victoria Health Care Center
06.2006 - 09.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pines City Educational School of Nursing

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