Ely Castro
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elder Care Provider
Elder Health Consultant
01.2023 - Current
- Improved elderly client quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Attending organized recreational activities with client, boosting their mental stimulation and social engagement.
- Assisted client with daily living activities, promoting their independence and dignity.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between levels of care for clients experiencing changes in health status or living arrangements.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, using data to adjust care plans as necessary.
- Implemented strategies for fall prevention, creating a safer environment for elderly individuals at risk of injury.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop personalized care plans tailored to each client''s needs.
Companion Aide
Pacific Homecare
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Completed all home cleaning tasks, including dusting, washing dishes, laundry and vacuuming.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Collaborated with family members and healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to meet the specific needs of each client.
Companion Aide
Elder Health Consultant
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
Ride Operator
Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted guests with transactions for rides and attractions to facilitate fun and exciting experiences.
- Engaged safety devices and monitored attraction during operation to reduce safety risks.
Cashier
Little Caesar Enterprises Inc.
09.2018 - 09.2018
- Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
- Sent order information to kitchen using computer system and giving verbal instructions about customers' special requests and needs to other staff.
Education
Nursing
Sacramento City College
Skills
- Companionship and emotional support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Housekeeping tasks
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Patient-focused care
- Feeding Assistance
- Medical appointment coordination
- Incontinence care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mobility support
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
Certification
CPR & First AID Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Elder Care Provider
Elder Health Consultant
01.2023 - Current
Companion Aide
Pacific Homecare
10.2020 - 05.2022
Companion Aide
Elder Health Consultant
09.2020 - 01.2021
Ride Operator
Sonoma TrainTown Railroad
11.2018 - 07.2019
Cashier
Little Caesar Enterprises Inc.
09.2018 - 09.2018
Nursing
Sacramento City College
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