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Doreen Suluvale

Carson,CA

Summary

Compassionate Field Nurse and Caregiver with extensive experience in providing home health services, assisting with physical therapies, and managing personal care for patients with dementia and other health complications. Proven ability to monitor patient conditions, administer medications, and maintain detailed care records. Dedicated to delivering compassionate care and enhancing patient well-being.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Nurse/Home Health Field Nurse/Caregiver

Salus Homecare
02.2018 - 05.2024

Assist patients with physical therapies/exercises, ROMtementia, and other health complications - after father expired in 2019, asked to care for Elderly mother with skin cancer and dementia


  • Provide health care services in patients residences
  • Assist simple prescribed medications as needed
  • Assist with clients personal care - BED BATHS, CHANGE BRIEFS, MASSAGE BACK AND LEGS, SHAVE, ORAL HYGIENES
  • Monitor patients (vital signs, temperature, respiration, etc) and report on their condition
  • Assist patients with physical therapies/exercises, ROM
  • Assist, transfers from bed to wheelchair, to commode
  • Prep meals as needed
  • Document care


Private Caregiver

Geraci and Malloy Family
02.2021 - 12.2023

Laura was a special case - she had MSA with Parkinson's - her condition was challenging... her health condition was deteriorating, week after week... we had fun regardless.


  • Provide health care services in patients residences
  • Perform LIGHT household tasks
  • Monitor her situation each passing day: speech, mobility, movements, ADLs
  • Assist simple prescribed medications as needed
  • Assist with her personal care activities: make-up, hair, nails, oral hygiene's, massages, set drs appts, emails, bills, etc
  • Monitor patients (vital signs, temperature, respiration, etc) and report on their condition
  • Assist patients with mobility and physical therapies/exercises: yoga, ROM, gardening, etc
  • Prep meals as needed - and she loved to cook and would teach me

Senior Caregiver

Anchor Home Health
11.2017 - 05.2019

Elderly woman with Dementia - combative and aggressive


  • Provide health care services in patients residences
  • Perform LIGHT household tasks
  • Monitor and supervise from wonderin
  • Assist simple prescribed medications as needed
  • Assist with clients personal care activities - Ms. Kathy loved going to the park and walk, watch the water and the Queen Mary
  • Monitor patients (vital signs, temperature, respiration, etc) and report on their condition
  • Assist patients with mobility and physical therapies/exercises Also to Dr's Appts - very challenging
  • Prep meals as needed - sometimes drives to Burger King

Senior Caregiver

Cerna Homecare Caring For Life
07.2013 - 05.2017

Patient was an Elderly woman with Dementia

  • Provide health care services in patients residences
  • Perform LIGHT household tasks
  • Monitor and supervise from wondering
  • Assist simple prescribed medications as needed
  • Assist with clients personal care activities
  • Monitor patients (vital signs, temperature, respiration, etc) and report on their condition
  • Assist patients with mobility and physical therapies/exercises, also to Dr's Appts
  • Prep meals as needed

Home Health Field Nurse/Elderly Caregiver

Cerna Homecare Caring For Life
10.2012 - 02.2013

Patient was a Veteran, had Dementia


  • Provide health care services in patients residences
  • Perform LIGHT household tasks
  • Monitor and supervise from wonderin
  • Assist simple prescribed medications as needed
  • Assist with clients personal care activities
  • Monitor patients (vital signs, temperature, respiration, etc) and report on their condition
  • Assist patients with mobility and physical therapies/exercises
  • Prep meals as needed

Home Health Field Nurse/Caregiver

24 Hour Home HealthCare
07.2012 - 10.2012
  • Provide health care services in patients residences
  • Perform domestic and LIGHT household tasks
  • Transport and accompany patients to doctors office or to hospital
  • Assist and/or Administer simple prescribed medications
  • Assist with clients personal care activities
  • Monitor patients (vital signs, temperature, respiration, etc) and report on their condition
  • Maintain patients care records and document provided services
  • Assist patients with mobility and physical therapies/exercises

Education

Certificate - LVN

Preferred College Of Nursing
Carson, CA
04.2012

CNA, MEDICAL ASSISTANCE, PHLEBOTOMY - MEDICAL

Long Beach City College
Long Beach, CA
07.2009

ATh, BTh, And Master of Theology- DDiv - Theology

EMIBU
Norwalk, CA
06.2007

High School Diploma -

Phones Banning
Wilmington, CA
06.1983

Skills

    1 Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): help with basic tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding; also help with mobility if necessary

    2 Medication: verify and remind that the patients take prescribed medications on time, in the correct dosage, and follow any special instructions

    3 Meal Preparation: Planning and preparing nutritious meals is essential, taking into account any dietary restrictions or preferences

    4 Housekeeping and Cleaning: often help with light housekeeping especially keeping the patience;sliving space clean and organized

    5 Transportation: offer transportation to medical appointments, therapy sessions, or other essential errandsIF NEEDED

    6 Companionship: Giving emotional support and companionship, an importan vitat role This can help alleviate feelings of loneliness and isolation for patients

    7 Monitoring Health Care: keep an eye on the patient’s health and well-being, looking out for any changes or signs of distress

    8 Safety: Securing a safe environment is part of my role, which can include preventing falls, managing hazards, and helping with mobility

    9 Supporting Mobility: help patients with physical limitations move around safely, which could involve the use of mobility aids

    10 Communication: Effective communication with healthcare professionals, family members, and the person being cared for is essential to verify everyone is informed and on the same page regarding the care plan

    11 Emotional Support: Having emotional support, empathy, and companionship can make a significant difference in the emotional well-being of the person receiving care

    12 Advocacy: In some cases, caregivers may need to advocate for the person in their care, making sure they receive appropriate medical care and services

    13 Record Keeping: Keeping detailed records of the individual's condition, medications, and any changes in their health is important for tracking progress and communicating with healthcare providers

    14 Respite Care: Caregivers may need to arrange for short breaks (respite care) to prevent burnout and guarantee they can continue delivering care effectively

    15 End-of-Life Care: In certain situations, caregivers give comfort and support to individuals in their final stages of life, including pain management and emotional care

Timeline

Private Caregiver

Geraci and Malloy Family
02.2021 - 12.2023

Field Nurse/Home Health Field Nurse/Caregiver

Salus Homecare
02.2018 - 05.2024

Senior Caregiver

Anchor Home Health
11.2017 - 05.2019

Senior Caregiver

Cerna Homecare Caring For Life
07.2013 - 05.2017

Home Health Field Nurse/Elderly Caregiver

Cerna Homecare Caring For Life
10.2012 - 02.2013

Home Health Field Nurse/Caregiver

24 Hour Home HealthCare
07.2012 - 10.2012

Certificate - LVN

Preferred College Of Nursing

CNA, MEDICAL ASSISTANCE, PHLEBOTOMY - MEDICAL

Long Beach City College

ATh, BTh, And Master of Theology- DDiv - Theology

EMIBU

High School Diploma -

Phones Banning
Doreen Suluvale