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Giselle Cardenas

Denison,IA

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with proven expertise in elderly care and vital signs monitoring, honed at Pillar of Cedar Valley and WESCO ind. Excelled in delivering compassionate support alongside clinical excellence, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in medication management and emotional support, demonstrating a commitment to improving client well-being. Bringing compassion and positive attitude to support individuals in their daily activities, ensuring their well-being and dignity. Equipped with foundational knowledge in health and safety protocols, combined with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Committed to making meaningful impact in lives of those I support through dedicated care and assistance.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

WESCO
07.2024 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
  • Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
  • Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
  • Administer medications

CNA

Pillar of Cedar Valley
10.2023 - 02.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.

Education

High School Diploma -

Denison Highschool
Denison, IA
07-2022

Skills

  • Disability awareness
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Bathing assistance
  • Elderly care
  • Patient care
  • Emotional support
  • Clinical documentation
  • First aid and CPR
  • Medication management
  • Medication administration

Certification

  • Direct Support Professional Certification (DSP) - National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals.
  • Mental Health First Aid USA certification – National Council for Behavioral Health.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.

Timeline

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

WESCO
07.2024 - Current

CNA

Pillar of Cedar Valley
10.2023 - 02.2024

High School Diploma -

Denison Highschool
Giselle Cardenas