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Dolores Avila

Los Lunas,NM

Summary

Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at 1st Care of New Mexico, providing compassionate support and enhancing clients' quality of life. Skilled in daily living assistance and effective communication, I foster strong relationships while ensuring a safe environment. Recognized for promoting independence and delivering personalized care that meets individual needs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

1st Care of New Mexico
01.2018 - 08.2023
  • 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 clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.

Kitchen Manager

Blakes
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
  • Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing staff scheduling.

Caregiver

El Paraiso
02.2004 - 11.2011
  • 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.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Albuquerque High School
Albuquerque, NM
05.1979

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Emotional support
  • Housekeeping
  • Strong ethics
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Relationship building
  • Compassionate care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • First aid and safety
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Patient companionship
  • Compassionate communication

Languages

English
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Kitchen Manager

Blakes
05.2021 - 07.2023

Caregiver

1st Care of New Mexico
01.2018 - 08.2023

Caregiver

El Paraiso
02.2004 - 11.2011

High School Diploma -

Albuquerque High School

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