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Irah Yara

Rociada,NM

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DCL I (full Time) - DCL 3 PRN (current) Tech

New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute
Las Vegas, NM, NM
04.2024 - Current
  • Measure and record food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Perform vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.

• Assisted with the orientation of new staff members.

  • Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
  • Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.

HOME HEALTH AIDE

Quality Care
Las Vegas, NM
11.2021 - Current
  • Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor
  • Check patients' pulse, temperature, and blood sugar
  • Entertain, converse with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert
  • Administer prescribed oral medications, and ensure patients take their medicine
  • Plan, purchase, prepare, or serve meals to patients or other family members, according to prescribed diets
  • Accompany clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside the home, providing transportation, assistance, and companionship
  • Perform a variety of duties as requested by client, such as obtaining household supplies or running errands
  • Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands
  • Train family members to provide bedside care

Construction Worker

Abel Yara
Pendaries, NM
01.2015 - Current
  • Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
  • Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
  • Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
  • Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
  • Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.

Crew Member

Dairy Queen
Las Vegas, NM, NM
01.2019 - 08.2024
  • Prepared beverages such as coffee drinks, smoothies and milkshakes according to company standards.
  • Assisted management team with inventory counts of food products and beverage supplies.
  • Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
  • Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
  • Answered phone calls promptly to provide accurate information about menu items or prices.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges.
  • Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
  • Maintained an organized work area to ensure efficient operations.
  • Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
  • Served food quickly for positive guest experiences.

Hotel Receptionist

Sunshine Motel
Las Vegas, NM
01.2020 - 03.2021
  • Greeted guests upon arrival and provided them with information regarding the hotel amenities, services, and local attractions
  • Provided excellent customer service to all guests by responding promptly to their requests or concerns
  • Handled payment processing and provided customers with receipts and proper bills and change
  • Checked in guests using computerized reservation systems, collected payments and verified credit cards
  • Answered inquiries from potential customers regarding room availability, rates and policies.
  • Coordinated with housekeeping staff to ensure cleanliness of guest rooms
  • Processed incoming mail, faxes and email messages for the hotel staff
  • Monitored security cameras in order to ensure safety of guests and staff members.

Server

Pendaries Village Cmnty Association
Rociada, NM
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up, breaking down workstations and restocking supplies
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills while working in a fast paced environment
  • Maintained a positive attitude towards guests at all times by providing friendly conversation during interactions
  • Served food and drinks, removed dirty dishes, and refilled beverages to enhance dining experience
  • Processed accurate cash and credit card transactions

COACH

City of Las Vegas Abe Montoya Recreation Center
Las Vegas, NM
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Observe and monitor a classroom of children daily
  • Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues
  • Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
  • Read to children and teach them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs
  • Perform general administrative tasks, such as taking attendance, editing internal paperwork, and making phone calls
  • Organize and participate in recreational activities and outings, such as games and field trips
  • Explain and enforce safety rules and regulations
  • Mentored and encouraged youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and regularly practicing skills
  • Teach instructional courses and advise students.
  • Established professional relationships with team members and coaches

OFFICE CLERK

Sheriff's Department
Las Vegas, NM
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages
  • Communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or explain information, take orders, and address complaints
  • Open, sort, and route incoming mail, answer correspondence, and prepare outgoing mail
  • Compile, copy, sort, and file records of office activities, business transactions, and other activities
  • Complete work schedules, manage calendars, and arrange appointments
  • Review files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests
  • Provided administrative support such as typing documents, filing paperwork, photocopying, scanning documents, and faxing documents
  • Deliver messages and run errands
  • Train other staff members to perform work activities, such as using computer applications

Family Babysitter

Leah Casandra
  • Provided a safe, nurturing environment for the children while parents were away.
  • Bathed and dressed infants and toddlers.
  • Responded appropriately to behavior issues that arose between siblings or other family members.
  • Administered basic first aid if necessary in case of minor injuries or illnesses.
  • Assisted children in developing good hygiene habits such as brushing teeth and washing hands.
  • Put babies down for naps or bedtime routines following parent's instructions.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry and tidying up common areas used by the kids.
  • Read books to the kids before bedtime or during quiet time.
  • Organized activities such as arts and crafts, games, outdoor play, music, and reading stories.
  • Prepared meals according to instructions given by parents.
  • Enforced rules set by the parents regarding television time, toys, snacks.
  • Kept track of daily activities of the children including meals eaten, naps taken.
  • Took children out on walks or to playgrounds to encourage physical activity.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about any changes in routine or behavior observed in their child and children.
  • Changed diapers as needed.
  • Encouraged positive social interactions among the children through play dates or group outings.
  • Assisted in potty-training younger children when needed.
  • Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
  • Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
  • Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
  • Organized various activities, games, crafts and outings to keep children entertained.
  • Updated parents on children's progress and routines to support stable and structured environment.
  • Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
  • Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
  • Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
  • Organized creative activities to develop children's physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Created safe environment for children by removing hazards and developing appropriate boundaries and rules.
  • Used organization and time management skills to multitask and keep children on set schedules.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Allied Health Candidate

LUNA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Las Vegas, NM
05.2022

High School Diploma -

WEST LAS VEGAS HIGH SCHOOL
Las Vegas, NM
05.2019

Skills

  • Compassionate
  • Adaptive
  • Patient
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills
  • Positive attitude and always eager to learn

Certification

  • Southwest Phlebotomy LLC Certification
  • MEDCA Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • First Aid
  • CPI
  • Defensive Driving

References

References available upon request

Timeline

DCL I (full Time) - DCL 3 PRN (current) Tech

New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute
04.2024 - Current

HOME HEALTH AIDE

Quality Care
11.2021 - Current

Hotel Receptionist

Sunshine Motel
01.2020 - 03.2021

Crew Member

Dairy Queen
01.2019 - 08.2024

Server

Pendaries Village Cmnty Association
01.2019 - 01.2020

COACH

City of Las Vegas Abe Montoya Recreation Center
05.2018 - 08.2018

OFFICE CLERK

Sheriff's Department
05.2016 - 08.2016

Construction Worker

Abel Yara
01.2015 - Current

Family Babysitter

Leah Casandra

Associate of Applied Science - Allied Health Candidate

LUNA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

High School Diploma -

WEST LAS VEGAS HIGH SCHOOL
Irah Yara