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Margarite Alves

Alameda,CA

Summary

Compassionate (New Cna certified) CA 5/25 new graduate

caregiver with extensive experience , skilled in medication management and daily living assistance. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and dignity while fostering strong relationships. Dependable and empathetic, I prioritize patient needs and advocate for their well-being, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for optimal health outcomes.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Cardinal Point
01.2025 - Current
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • 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.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

Caregiver/Noc Med Tech (on Call 01/25)

Water Edge
03.2024 - Current
  • 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 emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.

Education

Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant

Bay Area Cna School
Dublin, CA
04.2025

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Compassionate care
  • First aid and safety
  • Dementia care
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Alzheimer's care
  • Direct patient care
  • Medication management
  • Documentation
  • Special needs care
  • Medication administration
  • ADL assistance
  • Hoyer lifting equipment
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient advocacy
  • Daily living activities assistance
  • Bedside care

References

Upon request

Timeline

Caregiver

Cardinal Point
01.2025 - Current

Caregiver/Noc Med Tech (on Call 01/25)

Water Edge
03.2024 - Current

Cna - Certified Nursing Assistant

Bay Area Cna School

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