Edith Gonzaga-Soto
Hood River,OR
Summary
Compassionate professional with background in caretaking and experience in providing support to individuals with disabilities, elderly, and children. Showcases strong ability in managing household chores, ensuring patients' safety and comfort, and administering prescribed medication. Proven track record of building positive relationships with clients while promoting independence through teaching daily living skills. Previous work has demonstrated high levels of patience, empathy, and resilience required for this role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caretaker
Care
Hood River, Oregon
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding client needs and updates.
- Maintained cleanliness by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and removing trash.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding job assignments and progress updates throughout shifts.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry and meal preparation.
Teacher
KinderCare Champions Hood River
Hood River
08.2024 - Current
- Enrich the lives of school age kids from kindergarten - 5th grade
- Work in ratio with staff & kids during program hours.
- Implemented KCE's curriculum & planning.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to encourage student participation and creativity.
- Supervise children, and complete hourly headcounts.ts.
- Utilized technology and educational tools to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching strategies and skills.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Caregiver
Trustwell Living at Parkhurst Place
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation.
- Ensured resident safety and comfort at all times.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for residents at Trustwell Living.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement care plans effectively.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to schedules.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- 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.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
Phlebotomist
LabCorp Patient Service Center
Hood River, OR
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests etc
- Performed data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner.
- Processed billing information and collect payments when required.
- Prepared all collected specimens for testing and analysis.
- Maintained patient and specimen information logs.
- Travel to additional sites when needed.
- Maintained accurate patient records and updated information in the system.
- Assisted patients with inquiries and ensured a comfortable experience during procedures.
- Conducted inventory checks to maintain adequate supplies for sample collection operations.
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
Stocking Associate
Walmart
McMinnville, OR
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure optimal product availability.
- Assisted customers in locating products and answering basic inquiries.
- Engaged vendors and drivers with a positive attitude.
- Organized inventory in backroom to facilitate efficient retrieval and restocking.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to meet safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily stocking tasks effectively.
- Monitored product expiration dates and removed outdated items from shelves.
Volunteer
Volunteers in Action Providence
Hood River, OR
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for the client.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client's well-being.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of volunteer hours and project contributions.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
Cook
The Ranch Drive In
Hood River, Oregon
12.2017 - 10.2019
- Operated kitchen equipment to ensure efficient food preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and kitchen areas.
- Followed safety guidelines to uphold health and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate meal service during busy hours.
- Provided training and support to junior kitchen staff on cooking techniques.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Processed payments accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to increase profits.
STEM Teacher
Hood River County School District
Hood River, OR
07.2019 - 07.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans integrating STEM concepts for diverse learners.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance cross-curricular teaching strategies in science and math.
- Utilized technology tools to support interactive learning and student engagement.
- Managed classroom environment to encourage respectful discussions and teamwork among students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Linfield School of Nursing
Portland, OR12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Linfield University
McMinnville, OR12-2025
Phlebotomy Training - Phlebotomy
Portland Phlebotomy Training School
Keizer, OR05.2022
High School Diploma -
Hood River Valley High School
Hood River, OR03.2020
Skills
- Bilingual
- Patient care
- Medical documentation
- Medication administration
- Time management abilities
- Patient monitoring
- Google, Microsoft Extensions, and Python management
References
- Matthew Bagley, Clinical Instructor, Linfield, (503) 703-2181
- Catherine Carroll, Private Caregiver Employer, (206) 779-6715
- Shannon Malamphy, Supervisor, Champions, (503) 839-6969
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED with Asthma and Quick-Relief Medication Administration and Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine Auto-Injector Administration
- BSL Certification
- Oregon Food Handlers Card
- Oregon Teacher Qualified
Timeline
Caretaker
Care
07.2025 - Current
Teacher
KinderCare Champions Hood River
08.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Trustwell Living at Parkhurst Place
05.2024 - 07.2024
Phlebotomist
LabCorp Patient Service Center
08.2022 - 08.2023
Stocking Associate
Walmart
02.2021 - 01.2022
Volunteer
Volunteers in Action Providence
10.2019 - 03.2020
STEM Teacher
Hood River County School District
07.2019 - 07.2019
Cook
The Ranch Drive In
12.2017 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Linfield School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Linfield University
Phlebotomy Training - Phlebotomy
Portland Phlebotomy Training School
High School Diploma -
Hood River Valley High School