Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with strong background in special needs support, demonstrated at Adrian Rubio-Gardea's home and as a volunteer at Our Lady Of Hope Catholic Church. Experienced in providing compassionate care and support, which demonstrates exceptional patience and empathy. Demonstrated commitment to enhancing patient's dignity, wellness, and ensuring safety. Devoted to fostering a nurturing environment, enhancing quality of life for those in care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver, Special Needs
Griselda Gardea / Adrian Rubio-Gardea
01.2020 - Current
Assisted special needs client with daily living needs to maintain general wellness.
Provided respite care for family, offering them peace of mind and time to recharge.
Provided compassionate care for special needs client, ensuring their comfort, safety, and dignity at all times.
Promoted a safe and nurturing environment, by diligently monitoring client's health and wellbeing.
Ensured safe living environment by meticulously following health and safety guidelines.
Assisted and supported patient with daily hygiene needs; incontinence care, bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Prepared and cooked nutritious meals and snacks and fed client to support healthy nutrition.
Ensured timely administration of medications and treatments as prescribed by medical professionals.
Assisted with daily exercise routines tailored to client's abilities and needs.
Transferred and transported patient by lifting and carrying them to and from bed, wheelchair, bathing chair, playpen, and car seat.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patient's bedroom clean.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Helped with home tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
Accompanied patient to appointments and errands.
Assisted client in achieving daily goals by offering physical support and emotional encouragement.
Volunteer
Our Lady Of Hope Catholic Church
01.2017 - Current
Assisted in the Parish's Soup Kitchen for the Homeless and Community, working efficiently and productively with all team members performing day to day operations.
Supported and completed daily tasks and operations at Parish and Soup Kitchen to assist the homeless and people in need from the community.
Prepared and cooked meals.
Served and distributed meals.
Organized and distributed food and pantry supplies.
Organized and distributed clothing and personal hygiene products.
Greeted and signed-in consumers.
Assisted in maintaining logs and paperwork.
Assisted with collecting, transporting, loading/unloading, packing, organizing and distributing Food Bank Commodities.
Assisted with special events and programs.
Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Supported events by helping with organization and planning.
Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Represented organization positively and professionally.
Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
Used strong interpersonal communication skills to communicate with others.
Interpreted and translated (Eglish/Spanish) when needed for staff, team members, and consumers.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arroyo Valley High School
San Bernardino, CA
06-2023
Skills
Patience and Understanding
Seizure Awareness
Visual Impairment Awareness
Intellectual Disability Awareness
Incontinence Care Awareness / Assistance
Personal Care Awareness / Assistance
Meal Planning / Preparation
Feeding Assistance
Wheelchair Transfers
Ability to Lift
Household Cleaning
Medication Administration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver, Special Needs
Griselda Gardea / Adrian Rubio-Gardea
01.2020 - Current
Volunteer
Our Lady Of Hope Catholic Church
01.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Arroyo Valley High School
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