Janet Ruiz
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Developed exceptional caregiving skills in home healthcare environment, including personalized patient care and effective communication. Demonstrated ability to manage daily living activities and support individuals with diverse needs. Seeking to transition these valuable skills into new field, leveraging background in compassionate service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association
01.2016 - Current
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
CNA
Oakhurst Hospice
02.2013 - 12.2016
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Care Manager
Sunrise Senior Living
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through empathetic listening and compassionate communication techniques.
- Assessed clients and developed plans to meet needs.
Education
Associate of Science - CNA
Ventura Training Institue
Oxnard, CA04-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Charter College
Oxnard, CA07-2011
Skills
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing assistance
- Wound Care
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 70 in the development of Patient Care.
- Achieved 100% by completing Care with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved Patient Changes which led to great outcome.
Certification
- Personal Care Aide Certification (PCA) - Various state health departments or private organizations.
- Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Dementia Care Certification - Alzheimer's Association or other recognized bodies.
- Home Care Aide Certification (HCA-C) - Department of Social and Health Services or equivalent state body.
- Palliative Care Certification – Hospice & Palliative Credentialing Center.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Livingston Memorial Visiting Nurse Association
01.2016 - Current
CNA
Oakhurst Hospice
02.2013 - 12.2016
Care Manager
Sunrise Senior Living
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Personal Care Aide Certification (PCA) - Various state health departments or private organizations.
- Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- Dementia Care Certification - Alzheimer's Association or other recognized bodies.
- Home Care Aide Certification (HCA-C) - Department of Social and Health Services or equivalent state body.
- Palliative Care Certification – Hospice & Palliative Credentialing Center.
Associate of Science - CNA
Ventura Training Institue
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Charter College
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