Kira Valencia
Los Lunas
Summary
Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support, and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
First Care of New Mexico LLC
Los Lunas
11.2024 - Current
- Provided daily companionship and emotional support to clients, fostering a safe and comforting environment.
- Assisted with mobility support, medication reminders, and light exercise to promote physical well-being.
- Managed meal preparation and ensured dietary needs and preferences were met.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, dishwashing, and organizing to maintain a clean living space.
- Offered transportation and accompaniment to medical appointments, errands, and social outings.
- Maintained open communication with families and healthcare providers to ensure consistency in care and respond to changing needs.
- Supported mental engagement through conversation, games, and activities tailored to the client’s interests and cognitive level.
Line Cook
Goodfellas Pizzeria
Los Lunas
07.2022 - 11.2024
- Prepared and cooked high-quality pizzas and other menu items in a fast-paced kitchen environment, following standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
- Maintained prep stations by chopping ingredients, stocking toppings, and ensuring readiness for high-volume service periods.
- Operated pizza ovens, grills, fryers, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Ensured food safety and sanitation standards were met, including proper food storage, labeling, and cleanliness of workstations.
- Collaborated closely with kitchen staff and front-of-house team to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
- Adapted quickly to rushes and special requests, maintaining speed and quality under pressure.
- Contributed to daily opening and closing procedures, including inventory checks and kitchen cleanup.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM05-2028
High School Diploma -
Los Lunas High School
Los Lunas, NM05-2024
Skills
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Emotional intelligence
- Special needs care
- Elderly care
- Patient companionship
- Disability support
- Physical therapy support
- Meal preparation
- Client transportation
- Complex Problem-solving
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Strong ethics
Certification
- CPR Certified - National CPR Foundation
Timeline
Caregiver
First Care of New Mexico LLC
11.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Goodfellas Pizzeria
07.2022 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Central New Mexico Community College
High School Diploma -
Los Lunas High School