Kimberly Aguado
Baraboo
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Caregiver with background in providing personalized patient care. Experience includes assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication, and developing care plans tailored to individual needs. Possess strong communication skills for coordinating with healthcare professionals and families to deliver optimal patient care. Previous roles have demonstrated ability to improve patient comfort and quality of life while adhering to safety protocols.
Compassionate professional focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals, maintaining organized living spaces and documenting behaviors. Committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness.
Qualified professional specializes in personal care and related services under direction, instruction and supervision of registered nurses. History of managing mobility support, administering medications and organizing appointments. Reliable in keeping areas clean and organized to maintain healthy, safe environment.
Compassionate home health aide with current department of health certification. Brings several years of experience assisting in home environments for physically disabled clients of varying capacities. Skilled at closely monitoring vital signs, assisting with feeding, bathing and grooming, positioning and range of motion exercises.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bartender
Forrest Fitzgerald/ Bumps Bar
Baraboo
09.2024 - Current
- Prepared and served a variety of beverages to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bar area.
- Engaged with patrons to create a welcoming atmosphere.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
- Trained new staff on bar operations and customer service standards.
- Handled cash transactions and processed payments efficiently.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Poured wine, beer, and cocktails for patrons.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation and upselling techniques.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
In home health care
My Choice Family Care
Baraboo
06.2016 - 04.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Administered medications following prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with clients and families.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Assisted with light housekeeping tasks including laundry, vacuuming and meal preparation.
- Provided companionship services such as reading books or playing games with the client.
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines provided by a nutritionist or dietitian.
CNA/Student Physical Therapist
Kindred Hospital Sycamore
Sycamore
05.2000 - 08.2016
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient care strategies and needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients, enhancing their comfort and well-being.
- Recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rate.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient area by changing bed linens and cleaning up spills.
- Answered call lights promptly to assess needs of patients.
- Used proper body mechanics when lifting, transferring or positioning immobile patients.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to CNA profession.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control policies while performing all duties.
- Provided comfort measures such as backrubs or application of lotion to dry skin areas.
- Observed changes in condition or behavior of patients and reported to nursing staff.
- Monitored food intake of assigned patients during meal times and recorded it on appropriate forms.
- Performed basic clerical tasks such as answering phones and filing documents.
- Transported patients between departments within the facility using wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas and equipment.
Education
CNA - CNA/Physical Therapy/SpeechTherapy
Kishwaukee College
Malta, IL 07.2000 - 10.2016
Forest View High School
Arlington Heights, IlSome College (No Degree) -
Kishwaukee College
Malta, IlSkills
- Beverage preparation
- Inventory management
- Cash handling
- Customer engagement
Timeline
Bartender
Forrest Fitzgerald/ Bumps Bar
09.2024 - Current
In home health care
My Choice Family Care
06.2016 - 04.2022
CNA - CNA/Physical Therapy/SpeechTherapy
Kishwaukee College
07.2000 - 10.2016
CNA/Student Physical Therapist
Kindred Hospital Sycamore
05.2000 - 08.2016
Forest View High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Kishwaukee College