Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Christina Colvin

Tulare

Summary

Accomplished caregiver with a proven track record at SVS, excelling in compassionate client care and. Demonstrated expertise in patient care and companionship, enhancing quality of life for clients. Recognized for building strong relationships and maintaining a flexible schedule, ensuring optimal support and safety. Achieved 100% compliance with COVID-19 safety policies.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

IHSS
08.2020 - Current

Cooking, cleaning & laundry for a relative that lives with me.

  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Long Haul Truck Driver

D & E Transport
02.2018 - 06.2021
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.

Adult Care Provider

SVS
04.2013 - 01.2016

Adult Day Center with special needs

  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.

Education

Police Cadet / LVN

Fresno City College
Fresno, CA

Activity Director - Activity Director

Fresno Pacific University
Fresno, CA
01-2009

High School Diploma -

Selma High
Selma, CA
06-1981

Skills

  • Compassionate client care
  • Medication coordination
  • Documentation
  • Patient care and companionship
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • COVID-19 safety policies
  • Behavior redirection
  • Dementia care

Certification

Past CNA, CPR, Activity Director

Timeline

Caregiver

IHSS
08.2020 - Current

Long Haul Truck Driver

D & E Transport
02.2018 - 06.2021

Adult Care Provider

SVS
04.2013 - 01.2016

Police Cadet / LVN

Fresno City College

Activity Director - Activity Director

Fresno Pacific University

High School Diploma -

Selma High
Christina Colvin