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Karina Cortez

La Quinta,CA

Summary

Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care.

Overview

1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

IHSS Public Authority
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Managed household tasks, including cleaning, errands, laundry, and grocery shopping, ensuring a comfortable living environment for clients.
  • Provided dressing guidance, grooming support, meal preparation, and medication reminders, enhancing clients' daily living and overall well-being.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Provided medications according to prescriptions, maintaining accuracy in dosage and timing.

Stock

Ross Dress for Less
04.2024 - 03.2025
  • Demonstrated self-motivation by meeting deadlines and taking initiative in projects.
  • Navigated fast-paced environments to meet project deadlines and deliver results.
  • Collaborated with teams and worked independently to achieve project goals.
  • Learned new skills quickly and adapted to changing circumstances to support team objectives.

Cashier

Grocery Outlet
Brawley, California
06.2020 - 04.2024
  • Managed cash register, ensuring accurate handling of diverse payment methods for seamless customer transactions.
  • Processed customer transactions quickly and accurately at busy checkout lines.
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided excellent service.
  • Restocked shelves to maintain inventory levels and created visually appealing product displays to enhance customer experience.

Education

Medical Assistant Training

Carrington College
Rancho Mirage, CA
05.2026 - 09.2026

Desert Valley High School
Brawley, CA

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Patient care
  • Senior support
  • Time management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependability
  • Availability adaptability
  • Respectful and compassionate

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Certification

  • CPR

Timeline

Medical Assistant Training

Carrington College
05.2026 - 09.2026

Stock

Ross Dress for Less
04.2024 - 03.2025

Caregiver

IHSS Public Authority
09.2023 - Current

Cashier

Grocery Outlet
06.2020 - 04.2024

Desert Valley High School
Karina Cortez