Karla Patricia Hernandez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Genuine Care Adult Residential
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Office Technician
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
07.1997 - Current
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Supported staff on special assignments and ad hoc projects.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Utilized office management software to record and track customer information.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
Caregiver
Personal
03.2018 - 02.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Belmont Community Adult School
Los Angeles, CA06.1987
Skills
- Behavioral Management
- Client Documentation
- Health and Safety Requirements
- State Regulations Knowledge
- Medication Administration
- Report Generation
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Genuine Care Adult Residential
05.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Personal
03.2018 - 02.2022
Office Technician
Los Angeles Unified School District, LAUSD
07.1997 - Current
High School Diploma -
Belmont Community Adult School
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