Damaris Cifuentes
Gardena,CA
Summary
Compassionate healthcare provider with 10+ years of extensive experience in the medical field. Skilled in patient care and emergency response. Proven ability to enhance clients' emotional well-being while maintaining a safe environment. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I excel in building strong relationships and providing specialized care, including Alzheimer's and end-of-life support.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Arosa
North County San Diego
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Home Care Services.
- Provided compassionate care to clients with diverse needs and abilities.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to enhance their emotional well-being.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and social activities as needed.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for all clients in care.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
Caregiver
Arosa
Los Angeles
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Help clients overcome struggles with their everyday routines with compassion and patience.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for all clients in care.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and progress.
- Collaborated with a team of caregivers to ensure consistent quality of care delivery.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial Care Long Beach Medical Center
Long Beach
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient observations and care provided in medical records.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during patient interactions.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment is functioning properly.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Assist RN’s with daily patient needs
- Bedside Customer Service
Caregiver
Dynamic Nursing, Sherman Oaks
Sherman Oaks
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including bathing and grooming.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
Caregiver
Belmont Village Senior Living RPV
Rancho Palos Verdes
06.2016 - 06.2021
- Assisted seniors with Alzheimer’s with everyday activities by creating routines that aligned best with the individuals.
- de-escalated situations by using redirection and calmness.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for all clients in care.
- Collaborated with a team of caregivers to ensure consistent quality of care delivery.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
BabySitter
LA FITNESS
Hawthorne
02.2015 - 06.2016
- Supervised children during fitness classes and activities.
- Ensured a safe and engaging environment for all participants.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's needs and activities.
- Organized games and creative activities to promote physical fitness.
- Monitored children's behavior to maintain a positive atmosphere.
- Assisted in setting up and cleaning play areas after sessions.
- Managed emergency procedures to ensure child safety at all times.
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
- Remaining alert at all times while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
Caregiver
Premier Healthcare Services-Homecare
Culver City
05.2013 - 06.2015
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, including bathing and grooming.
- Provided compassionate care to clients with diverse needs and abilities.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to enhance their emotional well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for all clients in care.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and progress.
Education
B.S - Criminal Justice
CSU of Dominguez Hills
Carson05.2018
HS Diploma -
Lawndale High School
Lawndale06.2014
Skills
- Computer skills
- Clerical work
- Interpersonal skills
- Patient care
- Emergency response
- Time management
- Behavior redirection
- Alzheimer's care
- Special needs care
- End-of-life care
- Reliability and punctuality
- English and Spanish fluency
- First aid and safety
Certification
- Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
- Certified Nurse Assistant License #: 1337435 Expiration Date: 3/28
Languages
English, Fluent, Spanish, Fluent
Timeline
Caregiver
Arosa
11.2024 - 03.2025
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial Care Long Beach Medical Center
01.2023 - 10.2023
Caregiver
Arosa
04.2022 - 12.2023
Caregiver
Dynamic Nursing, Sherman Oaks
07.2021 - 04.2022
Caregiver
Belmont Village Senior Living RPV
06.2016 - 06.2021
BabySitter
LA FITNESS
02.2015 - 06.2016
Caregiver
Premier Healthcare Services-Homecare
05.2013 - 06.2015
B.S - Criminal Justice
CSU of Dominguez Hills
HS Diploma -
Lawndale High School
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