Gloria Velazquez Hernandez
Bell Gardens,CA
Summary
Dedicated New Graduate Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with hands-on experience in memory care and senior living communities. Experienced in assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), medication administration support, and providing compassionate care to residents with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Strong communicator who works well with interdisciplinary teams to promote resident safety, comfort, and quality of life.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medication Technician / Memory Care Caregiver
Oakmont Senior Living
05.2024 - Current
- Medication Technician since November 2024
- Administer medications to residents following physician orders and facility protocols
- Assist residents with ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Monitor residents for changes in condition and report concerns to primary physician
- Provide supervision and emotional support for residents with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
- Promote resident safety and dignity while supporting independence
Kitchen Server
Villa Sorrento Retirement Home
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Provided meal service to senior residents while ensuring dietary guidelines were followed
- Assisted residents during meal service and supported resident comfort and engagement
- Maintained sanitation standards and safe food handling practices
Memory Care Caregiver
Downey Retirement Center
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted elderly residents with ADLs including hygiene, mobility, and daily care
- Delivered emotional and behavioral support to residents with dementia, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Maintained safe environment and communicated resident status updates to nursing staff
Server / Dishwasher
Downey Retirement Center
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided dining services to elderly residents in both dining room and in-room settings
- Assisted with food preparation and maintained sanitation standards
Education
Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) Program - undefined
Homestead Schools, Inc.
01.2025
Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice
East Los Angeles College
01.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Bell Gardens High School
01.2018
Skills
Medication Administration
Vital Signs Monitoring
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care
Mobility & Transfer Assistance
Patient Observation & Reporting
Infection Control Practices
Patient Safety & Fall Prevention
Bilingual: English & Spanish
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – California
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Kitchen Server
Villa Sorrento Retirement Home
04.2025 - 11.2025
Medication Technician / Memory Care Caregiver
Oakmont Senior Living
05.2024 - Current
Memory Care Caregiver
Downey Retirement Center
04.2024 - 10.2024
Server / Dishwasher
Downey Retirement Center
04.2023 - 04.2024
Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) Program - undefined
Homestead Schools, Inc.
Associate of Arts - Administration of Justice
East Los Angeles College
High School Diploma - undefined
Bell Gardens High School