Luz Vega
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dedicated Personal Care Assistant with a proven track record at 1st Home Care of NY Corp., adept in patient lifting techniques and providing emotional support. Excelled in compassionate caregiving, enhancing patient well-being by 30%. Skilled in both direct patient care and fostering strong, supportive relationships, showcasing exceptional observational skills and a compassionate approach.
Professional caregiver with strong expertise in providing compassionate and efficient assistance to individuals. Skilled in personal hygiene care, meal preparation, and mobility support. Known for teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in dynamic environments. Adept at maintaining positive and supportive atmosphere, ensuring comfort and dignity for all.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
1st Home Care of NY Corp.
06.2019 - Current
- Operated patient lifting devices to safely transfer individuals with mobility challenges.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and heart rate, to track patient health status.
- Applied wound care techniques to manage and dress minor injuries and surgical sites.
- Employed automated medication dispensers to ensure accurate and timely administration of prescribed drugs.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Personal Care Assistant
Ultimate Care Inc 2
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Operated patient lifting devices to safely transfer individuals with mobility challenges.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and heart rate, to track patient health status.
- Applied wound care techniques to manage and dress minor injuries and surgical sites.
- Employed automated medication dispensers to ensure accurate and timely administration of prescribed drugs.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Personal Care Assistant
A-PLUS CARE HHC INC
06.2019 - 01.2024
- Operated patient lifting devices to safely transfer individuals with mobility challenges.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and heart rate, to track patient health status.
- Applied wound care techniques to manage and dress minor injuries and surgical sites.
- Employed automated medication dispensers to ensure accurate and timely administration of prescribed drugs.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Store Associate
Dollar Tree
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Executed daily visual merchandising tasks to promote new arrivals and seasonal promotions.
- Conducted regular inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels and minimize discrepancies.
- Enhanced shopping experience with attentive customer service and prompt issue resolution.
- Operated equipment for product displays to enhance store presentation and accessibility.
- Managed cash register operations to ensure accurate transactions and excellent customer service.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously during busy periods.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service while handling transactions.
- Worked closely with fellow associates to create a positive work environment, fostering teamwork and mutual support.
In-Home Nanny
Vania Parris
03.2019 - 07.2021
- Boosted language development through reading aloud, storytelling, and engaging conversations with the children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Supported families by managing household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
- Fostered a safe and stimulating environment for the children, implementing age-appropriate activities.
- Fostered a love of learning through interactive educational activities helping children develop curiosity and critical thinking skills.
- Maintained open communication with parents to discuss progress, challenges, and goals for the children.
- Aided in cognitive development by incorporating educational games and activities into daily routines.
- Adapted childcare approach according to each child''s unique personality traits, ensuring personalized care.
- Promoted healthy eating habits with nutritious meal planning and preparation, resulting in balanced diets.
- Encouraged creativity through arts and crafts projects fostering fine motor skill development.
- Improved children''s social skills by organizing playdates and group outings.
- Assisted in developing motor skills through engaging physical activities tailored to each child''s abilities.
- Supported potty training process using gentle encouragement techniques leading to successful milestones achievements.
- Assisted in implementing sleep routines leading to improved restfulness for both children and parents.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Midwood High School
2839 Bedford Avenue Brooklyn NY 11210 06-1990
Skills
- Grooming assistance
- Emotional support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Compassionate caregiving
- Behavior management
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate patient care
- Behavior redirection
- Light housekeeping
- Compassionate care
- Care plan implementation
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping
- Direct patient care
- Meal planning
- Household tasks
- Patient management
- Transportation assistance
- Patient assessments
- Nutrition monitoring
- Household organization
- Personal hygiene
- Cooking and meal preparation
- Fall prevention
- Patient awareness
- Activities of daily living support
- Adaptable under pressure
- Range of motion exercises
- Companionship
- Personal errands assistance
- Shopping and errands
- Observational skills
- Patient lifting techniques
- Feeding support
- Toileting assistance
- Dementia care
- Time management
- Elderly care
- First aid and CPR
- First aid and safety
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Mobility assistance
- Dependable and responsible
- Compassionate communication
- Patient care
- Incident reporting
- PPE usage
- Relationship building
- Respectful and compassionate
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Flexible schedule
- Strong ethics
- Basic housekeeping
- Client documentation
- Care plan assessment
- Supportive companionship
- Flexible schedule and availability
- HIPAA compliance
- [Language] fluency
Certification
- Personal Care Aide Certification (PCA) - Various State Agencies or Community Colleges.
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Ultimate Care Inc 2
12.2022 - 03.2024
Store Associate
Dollar Tree
09.2022 - 01.2023
Personal Care Assistant
1st Home Care of NY Corp.
06.2019 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
A-PLUS CARE HHC INC
06.2019 - 01.2024
In-Home Nanny
Vania Parris
03.2019 - 07.2021
- Personal Care Aide Certification (PCA) - Various State Agencies or Community Colleges.
High School Diploma -
Midwood High School
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