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Diane Jenkins

Lakeside,CA

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at IHSS Public Authority, adept at enhancing clients' quality of life through personalized support and emotional engagement. Proven skills in medication management and time management, ensuring clients receive timely care and assistance. Committed to fostering independence and dignity in daily living activities.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

IHSS Public Authority
03.2022 - Current
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.

Cashier

Dollar Tree Distribution Center
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.

Elderly Caregiver

Armada Senior Care
04.2016 - 08.2018
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Supported seniors during nighttime hours by providing assistance and comfort, ensuring a restful night''s sleep.
  • Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy routines.
  • Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and balance.
  • Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Ensured timely completion of errands for clients, including grocery shopping, appointments, and personal affairs management.
  • Provided transportation services for clients to attend medical appointments or engage in community activities safely.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Food Service Worker

UCSD Medical Center
06.2001 - 02.2004
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
  • Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
  • Managed inventory levels to prevent shortages and reduce waste.
  • Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
  • Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.

Cashier

Naval Exchange
06.2000 - 08.2000
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.

Merchandise Stocker

Naval Exchange
06.2000 - 08.2000
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Contributed to store cleanliness, ensuring aisles were free from clutter and hazards for shopper safety.
  • Completed end-of-day tasks such as returning misplaced items to their correct locations, contributing to an organized sales floor for the next day''s business.
  • Assisted customers with special requests, enhancing their shopping experience at the store.
  • Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
  • Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
  • Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.

Food Service Worker

Sea World San Diego
06.1999 - 08.1999
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely delivery of orders during peak service hours.
  • Adapted quickly to changing menus or ingredient availability while maintaining creativity and culinary excellence in dish creation.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate order fulfillment.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, adhering to health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Increased efficiency in the kitchen by multitasking and coordinating various tasks simultaneously.
  • Cooked meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.

Education

Medical Assistant - CNA

UEI College
Chula Vista, CA

Rna - Medical Assistant

Caesar Chavez Medical
San Diego, CA
06.2020

High School Diploma - Basics

San Diego High School
San Diego, CA
06.2001

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Emotional support
  • Meal preparation
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Medication management
  • Daily living assistance
  • Dependable and responsible

Timeline

Cashier

Dollar Tree Distribution Center
10.2022 - 03.2023

Caregiver

IHSS Public Authority
03.2022 - Current

Elderly Caregiver

Armada Senior Care
04.2016 - 08.2018

Food Service Worker

UCSD Medical Center
06.2001 - 02.2004

Cashier

Naval Exchange
06.2000 - 08.2000

Merchandise Stocker

Naval Exchange
06.2000 - 08.2000

Food Service Worker

Sea World San Diego
06.1999 - 08.1999

Medical Assistant - CNA

UEI College

Rna - Medical Assistant

Caesar Chavez Medical

High School Diploma - Basics

San Diego High School

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