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Leah Arellano

Flint,MI

Summary

I have 4+ years working as a resident care specialist at assisted living facilities. I have worked with both Assisted Living residents and Memory Care residents. I have experience working on first, second and third shift. I also have 3 years experience as a a home health aide. I have worked with numerous clients, from dementia care, to hospice care, to clients that just require help with heir everyday living needs. I have enjoyed working with seniors. I am patient, empathetic, and have strong people skills. I try to be observant and committed to making the residents feel safe and comfortable.

I am a dedicated caregiver that brings 7plus years background experience caring for the elderly. Polite and courteous professional with in-depth knowledge of CPR and first aid. Committed to collaborating with physicians and families to provide quality patient care.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Caregiver

Young At Heart
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Catheter care
  • Providing care to patients in a home setting, Assist residents with transferring, toileting, and brief changes as needed or scheduled
  • Maintains residents' records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedures; documents medication distribution as applicable, leisure activities, incidents, and observations; reports any changes in resident's physical condition and/or behavior, and visitors; observes and reports the health and emotional condition of each resident; and promptly reports all changes to the supervisor
  • Assists residents with medication as defined in medication procedure; follows physician orders and state laws to administer medications to residents who cannot self-administer their medications; and exhibits understanding of and follows medication policies and procedures
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents; performs general housekeeping; and follows cleaning schedules for resident laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, and other areas
  • Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance
  • Knows location of each resident, reminds them to sign out when they leave the building, and notifies the supervisor immediately if unable to locate a resident
  • Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.

Resident Caregiver

Grand Blanc Fields Assisted Living
10.2021 - 02.2022
  • Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan
  • Maintains residents' records daily in a timely manner and in accordance with company policy and procedures; documents medication distribution as applicable, leisure activities, incidents, and observations; reports any changes in resident's physical condition and/or behavior, and visitors; observes and reports the health and emotional condition of each resident; and promptly reports all changes to the supervisor
  • Assists residents with medication as defined in medication procedure; assists or supervises residents who self- administer medication; follows physician orders and state laws to administer medications to residents who cannot self- administer their medications; and exhibits understanding of and follows medication policies and procedures
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents; performs general housekeeping; and follows cleaning schedules for resident laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, and other areas
  • Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance
  • Knows location of each resident, reminds them to sign out when they leave the building, and notifies the supervisor immediately if unable to locate a resident
  • Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.

Resident Care Specialist

Springvale Assisted Living
03.2018 - 08.2021
  • Assists residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities and meals according to the individual service plan
  • Allows and encourages residents to do as much of their own care as possible
  • Maintains residents' records daily and in accordance with company policy and procedures; documents medication distribution as applicable, leisure activities, incidents, and observations; reports any changes in resident's physical condition and/or behavior, and visitors; observes and reports the health and emotional condition of each resident; and promptly reports all changes to the supervisor
  • Assists residents with medication as defined in medication procedure
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents; performs general housekeeping; and follows cleaning schedules for resident laundry, bedrooms, dining area, living space, bathrooms, kitchen, and other areas
  • Follows proper procedures in emergency situations and responds promptly and know the location of each residents, and notifies the supervisor immediately if unable to locate a resident
  • Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers.

Home Health Aide

Right At Home
02.2007 - 10.2010
  • At Home
  • Duties included assisting clients with adls, checking blood pressures, medication reminders, documenting clients progress, supplying transportation when required, light house keeping and meal preparation.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.

Housekeeper

Baymont Inn
05.2004 - 08.2006
  • Duties included stripping and making beds, vacuuming, dusting, restocking clients rooms, disinfecting surfaces with commercial grade cleansers, cleaning and restocking pool, exercise and breakfast areas.

Housekeeper

Red Roof Inn
04.2002 - 04.2004
  • Duties included stripping and making beds, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning office and vending areas, using commercial grade cleansers to disinfect surfaces, restocking clients rooms.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens, vacuuming floors, making beds and restocking bathroom items.
  • Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.

Education

GED - Adult Education

Mott Community College

Skills

  • Home Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Alzheimer's Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Senior care
  • Memory care
  • ADLs
  • Medication Administration
  • Commercial Cleaning
  • Meal Cooking
  • Patient Progress Documentation
  • Clinical Quality Program Standards
  • Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Companionship and Emotional Support

Timeline

Resident Caregiver

Young At Heart
01.2022 - 07.2022

Resident Caregiver

Grand Blanc Fields Assisted Living
10.2021 - 02.2022

Resident Care Specialist

Springvale Assisted Living
03.2018 - 08.2021

Home Health Aide

Right At Home
02.2007 - 10.2010

Housekeeper

Baymont Inn
05.2004 - 08.2006

Housekeeper

Red Roof Inn
04.2002 - 04.2004

GED - Adult Education

Mott Community College

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