Leslie Rios
Dallas
Summary
Developed strong communication and problem-solving skills in caregiving environment, offering high level of empathy and organization. Seeking to transition into new field where these transferable skills can be applied to foster positive outcomes. Focused on delivering exceptional service and support in any professional setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
1st Call Home Care
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Depression & Anxiety & Diabetes Patient
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Adapted care approaches based on individual patient preferences and cultural sensitivities, demonstrating respect for diversity within the caregiving setting.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors, resulting in a safer environment for all involved.
- Conducted regular safety checks on patient environments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Managed medication schedules for multiple patients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering a sense of comfort and trust.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Caregiver
Nancy Sweeney Vitas Health Care
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Cancer Patient
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Elderly Caregiver
Nancy Sweeney Vitas Health Care
02.2022 - 01.2023
- *Dementia Elderly Couple
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of medical professionals to provide comprehensive care that addressed each client''s unique needs holistically.
- Administered medications accurately according to prescribed schedules while carefully monitoring for potential side effects or interactions.
- Enhanced client well-being by organizing social outings and recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities.
- Managed household tasks efficiently including cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, and running errands to maintain a comfortable living environment for clients.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Moises E. Molina High School
2355 Duncanville Rd, Dallas, Tx 7521112-2020
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Documentation and reporting
- Meal preparation
- Compassionate caregiving
- Time management
- Relationship building
- Dementia care
- Basic housekeeping
- End-of-life care
- Infection control
Accomplishments
- Achieved the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need.
Recommendation letter
My recommendation letter say that I was always punctual, my responsibilities were wide range and always was willing and able to do more for my patient. That I make a positive difference in their lives. After the patient passed away I assisted to there family and relatives in celebrating the life of the dear departed. Since then when they have to travel. The family of the departed have been able to call on me to manage their home. they trust me with access codes to their home and care of there two dogs staying several days and nights while their away. The patient's husband highly recommends considering me for employment or admission to any type of medical education program.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
1st Call Home Care
02.2024 - 12.2024
Caregiver
Nancy Sweeney Vitas Health Care
05.2023 - 11.2023
Elderly Caregiver
Nancy Sweeney Vitas Health Care
02.2022 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Moises E. Molina High School
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