Lorena Gonzalez
KENT
Summary
Dynamic caregiver with extensive experience at Fritz Care Services, excelling in patient care and medication management. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through compassionate support and effective communication. Recognized for developing personalized care plans and fostering strong relationships, ensuring a dignified and safe environment for all clients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver Management
fritz care services
Kent
03.2020 - Current
- Facilitated communication between families and caregivers regarding patient care plans.
- Verified accuracy of timesheets and attendance records; prepared reports for management review.
- Maintained accurate records of all injuries that occurred on the job site as well as any corrective actions taken by management.
- Processed stock orders using inventory management systems.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Caregiver
Fritz Care Services
Kent
06.2006 - Current
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Caregiver
Saint Mary on the lake
Bellevue
11.2016 - 12.2019
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Caregiver
Wiser Care Services
Kent
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Caregiver
Mendoza's afh
Des Moines
07.2011 - 08.2013
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Caregiver
Morning Star
Renton
03.2008 - 01.2009
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kent Mountain View Academy
Kent06-2007
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication management
- Nutritional planning
- Record keeping
- Inventory management
- Client transportation
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Care plan development
Timeline
Caregiver Management
fritz care services
03.2020 - Current
Caregiver
Saint Mary on the lake
11.2016 - 12.2019
Caregiver
Wiser Care Services
10.2014 - 12.2016
Caregiver
Mendoza's afh
07.2011 - 08.2013
Caregiver
Morning Star
03.2008 - 01.2009
Caregiver
Fritz Care Services
06.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kent Mountain View Academy
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