Margarita Cardenas
Old Bridge,NJ
Summary
Professional caregiver with solid background in providing personalized care and support. Skilled in managing daily living activities, medication administration, and creating safe and comfortable environment. Known for strong collaboration, reliability, and adaptability to evolving needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes with empathy and patience.
Experienced with providing compassionate care and support to individuals with diverse needs. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to enhance patient well-being. Track record of building trusting relationships and adapting to changing care requirements.
Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized, and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Caregiver
Private Families
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Promoted client independence through encouragement and assistance in self-care tasks when appropriate.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities, observations, incidents, medication intake-allowing for effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Educated family members about caregiving techniques for continuity of care during caregiver absences or transitions between shifts.
Nursing Assistant
All Shift Agency
06.2023 - Current
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Nursing Assistant
Exelcare at Manalapan
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Contributed to effective communication between patients and healthcare providers by translating medical jargon into easily understandable language.
- Adapted care approaches to meet diverse needs of patients, respecting cultural and personal preferences.
- Maintained detailed patient records, ensuring accurate documentation of care and treatment plans.
- Assisted with diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient comfort and compliance with medical protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, addressing all aspects of patient health.
- Elevated hygiene standards in patient rooms, utilizing sterilization techniques and infection control protocols.
- Reinforced positive care environment by engaging patients in meaningful activities and conversations.
- Enhanced patient recovery with diligent wound care and infection control practices.
- Supported patient mobility, reducing risk of falls and facilitating physical therapy exercises.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques, enhancing patient well-being and recovery experiences.
- Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
- Bolstered patient satisfaction, offering compassionate support and addressing individual needs.
- Monitored vital signs for changes in patient health, providing timely updates to nursing staff.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Medical Assistant
Discovery Institute for Addiction
07.2023 - 10.2024
Nursing Assistant
Acclaim Assisted Living by Empro Agency
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
- Expedited response times to call lights, boosting overall patient satisfaction levels during their stay at the facility.
- Participated in professional development sessions, staying current with best practices in patient care.
Nursing Assistant
Care One at at Edison
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively monitoring vital signs and accurately documenting medical information.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures for faster healing and reduced infection rates.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
Nursing Assistant
Roosevelt Health Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
Live-In Nanny
Private Care
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Cared for a two-year-old girl.
- Prepared and served balanced and nutritious meals according to the physician's suggestions.
- Planned stimulating indoor and outdoor activities in line with the child's developing stage.
- Performed light housekeeping and ran errands to help the family better manage their time.
Meal Bank Agent Representative, Transportation Lead, Security Lead
United Airlines
10.2002 - 02.2020
- Worked with base supervisor and flight attendants to solve any problems and confirm when flights were ready to depart.
- Arranged for special meals and make sure the meals were properly delivered.
- Prepared reports to track all daily procedures and deliveries.
Food Production
Continental Airlines
01.1993 - 10.2002
- Prepared and assembled trays with food into carts.
- Assisted in the kitchen with clean up.
Food Production
Continental Airlines
01.1993 - 10.2002
- Prepared and assembled trays with food into carts.
- Assisted in the kitchen with clean up.
Nurse Aide
Medical Post
01.1984 - 01.1987
- Assisted in treating patients with tuberculosis.
- Prepared injections and IV.
- Provided first aid treatment to patients.
Education
Nursing Assistant Training Course - undefined
Prestige Medical Solutions
North Plainfield, NJ11.2020
Retail Skill Center Customer Service Certification - undefined
Union County College
Elizabeth, NJ05.2007
ESL Intensive English Language Certificate of Completion - undefined
Union County College
Elizabeth, NJ05.2005
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Housekeeping
- Laundry skills
- Positive reinforcement
- First aid certified
- Patience and tact
- Nutrition knowledge
Home Healthcare Provider
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Light housekeeping
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Patient care
- Housekeeping duties
- First aid and safety
- Emotional support
Key Qualifications
- A nursing assistant training graduate with 90 hours completed in classroom and clinical training.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Excellent customer service skills that stem from my experience in the airline industry.
- Experience taking on leadership roles, great communication skills, and very organized.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Exelcare at Manalapan
08.2024 - 07.2025
Private Caregiver
Private Families
07.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Discovery Institute for Addiction
07.2023 - 10.2024
Nursing Assistant
All Shift Agency
06.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Acclaim Assisted Living by Empro Agency
05.2023 - 06.2023
Nursing Assistant
Care One at at Edison
01.2023 - 05.2023
Nursing Assistant
Roosevelt Health Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
Live-In Nanny
Private Care
01.2020 - 07.2020
Meal Bank Agent Representative, Transportation Lead, Security Lead
United Airlines
10.2002 - 02.2020
Food Production
Continental Airlines
01.1993 - 10.2002
Food Production
Continental Airlines
01.1993 - 10.2002
Nurse Aide
Medical Post
01.1984 - 01.1987
Nursing Assistant Training Course - undefined
Prestige Medical Solutions
Retail Skill Center Customer Service Certification - undefined
Union County College
ESL Intensive English Language Certificate of Completion - undefined
Union County College
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