Dominic Vasquez
Santa Fe,New Mexico
Summary
Residential and Educational Health Aide with background working with community healthcare organizations, delivering support to practitioners and patients. Provides clinical and administrative assistance, primary healthcare and emergency response services. Passionate about educating patients on maintaining healthy lifestyles. Patient-focused caregiver with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Caregiver
Egis Complete Care
2023.05 - Current
- Administered medications as prescribed by healthcare providers while diligently monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Continuously updated knowledge on best practices in residential caregiving through professional development courses enhancing service delivery capabilities.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill residents, offering emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Monitored and reported significant changes in resident behavior or health to appropriate healthcare professionals enabling timely interventions.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards when discussing sensitive resident information safeguarding privacy rights as mandated by law.
- Advocated for resident needs during interdisciplinary team meetings ensuring all aspects of care were properly addressed.
- Ensured a safe living environment for residents through regular health and safety checks, maintaining cleanliness and order in the household.
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing personalized care and support tailored to their individual needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all resident interactions, medical records, and incidents ensuring timely communication with supervisors and healthcare providers.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Educational Behavioral Health Associate
Santa Fe Public Schools
2022.09 - 2023.05
- Participated in ongoing critical development, staying current with best practices in behavioral health care to enhance students learning quality.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Developed strong rapport with students through empathy, patience, and understanding of their unique challenges and strengths.
- Enhanced student learning by implementing individualized education plans tailored to each student''s needs.
- Helped with home-styled management tasks, meal preparation, and routine sterilization.
- Assisted in the development of social-emotional learning curricula tailored to the unique needs of students with disabilities.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive classroom environment, fostering positive relationships among all students.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to develop strategies for improving students'' academic performance and social skills.
- Kept students engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Increased self-confidence among students with special needs by recognizing their achievements and providing positive reinforcement.
Education
High School Diploma -
ECO/Early College Opportunities
06.2020
Skills
Expansive customer service experience, so I can offer professional and thorough service in several types of interactions
Knowledge of how to deescalate tense situations regarding hostile employees or customers
Critical thinker who's able to solve problems on my feet during high pressure moments
Great multitasker and do not let high stress environments affect my ability to work or maintain focus
Very proficient in math and English allowing me to excel in technical environments
Skilled in time management with an emphasis on punctuality
Able to prioritize tasks to maintain a productive work environment
Work well with others as a team
Great ability to complete physical tasks with ease
Basic wound care knowledge to address minor skin lesions
Ability to complete catheter application/removal
Colostomy bag and stoma care
Basic/Advanced patient care abilities
Bathing Assistance
Housekeeping tasks
Grooming assistance
Dressing assistance
Dementia Care
Compassionate Care
Toileting support
Professional boundaries
Social interaction
Emotional Support
Transportation Assistance
End of life care
Meal Preparation
Feeding Assistance
Mobility support
Self-Care Practices
Palliative Care
Incontinence care
Hygiene maintenance
Respite Care
Recreational engagement
Vital signs monitoring
First aid and safety
Recording vital signs
Medication Administration
Documentation
Medication organization
HIPAA Compliance
References
- Mario Angel, Current Supervisor, (505) 699-2455
- Micheal Gary, Caregiving Client, (505) 699-9305
- Rodrigo Vargas, Former Supervisor, (505) 365-8630
- Adam Romero, Former Supervisor, (505) 629-9480
Timeline
Residential Caregiver
Egis Complete Care
2023.05 - Current
Educational Behavioral Health Associate
Santa Fe Public Schools
2022.09 - 2023.05
High School Diploma -
ECO/Early College Opportunities
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