Faith Gonzales
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Compassionate medication technician as well as caregiving with excellent clinical skills gained through 6+years of hands-on experience. Analytical and thorough professional talented at performing geriatric care within homes and assisted living environment. Recognized for ability to supervise , provide emotional and physical support to patients and staff. Poses exceptional communication abilities as well as cultural sensitivity to care for diverse population.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Day/Overnight Caregiver and Med Technician
Avalon Memory Care
San Antonio, TX
06.2018 - 09.2022
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions and assisting with concerns.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork and compassion.
- Communicated with patients and families to obtain patient medical histories and vital information.
- Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
Overnight Caregiver
Landon Ridge Assisted Living
San Antonio, TX
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Overnight Pca
Neurorestorative
San Antonio, TX
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Caregiver
Cornerstone Caregiving
San Antonio, TX
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
Education
Medical Assistant
Southern Careers Institute Inc
San Antonio01.2023
Certified Nurse Aide
Savant Achievement Center
6151 NW Loop 410, Suite 10111.2020
Skills
- Experimental Procedures
- Spreadsheet Data Tracking
- File Organization and Maintenance
- Body Fluids Analysis
- Mathematical Calculations
- Chart and Graph Preparation
- Data Analysis and Documentation
- Mobility Devices
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Mental Health Care
- Dressing Application
- Electronic Recordkeeping
Timeline
Overnight Caregiver
Landon Ridge Assisted Living
06.2022 - 07.2022
Overnight Pca
Neurorestorative
03.2020 - 05.2020
Caregiver
Cornerstone Caregiving
02.2020 - 04.2020
Day/Overnight Caregiver and Med Technician
Avalon Memory Care
06.2018 - 09.2022
Medical Assistant
Southern Careers Institute Inc
Certified Nurse Aide
Savant Achievement Center
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