Jocelyn Nunez Paz
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced support professional prepared for this role, bringing strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in providing personalized care, communication, and problem-solving. Known for flexibility and reliability, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Proven ability to foster positive, supportive environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Savita
Long Beach, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Supported individuals with daily living activities, fostering independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Served as a knowledgeable advocate for individuals during interactions with external agencies or service providers ensuring their rights, preferences, and needs were respected.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support individuals nutritional needs.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep individual's bedroom clean.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Post Acute Care
Lynwood, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Participated in training sessions, enhancing knowledge of best practices in patient care techniques.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Home Health Aide
Care to Stay Home
Santa Ana, CA
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life stages.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Assisted patients with mobility exercises and transfers, promoting physical activity and reducing risks of injury or falls.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School
Compton, CASkills
- Behavior redirection
- Reliable team player
- Documentation
- Medication administration
- Patient-focused care
- Mobility assistance
Certification
CNA, HHA ,DSP 1 and 2 certification
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Savita
07.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Post Acute Care
08.2023 - Current
Home Health Aide
Care to Stay Home
02.2021 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Centennial High School