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Maria Guzman

Sacramento,CA

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at BrightStar Care, skilled in patient advocacy and medication management. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through personalized care plans and emotional support. Recognized for building strong relationships and ensuring dignity in care, while effectively managing multiple clients and maintaining high standards of safety and hygiene.

Professional caregiver with strong background in providing compassionate and effective support. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate with team members to achieve optimal results. Skilled in personal care, medication management, and patient advocacy. Reliable, empathetic, and focused on delivering high-quality care.

Experienced with providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals in need. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills and empathy to connect with clients and support their daily living activities. Knowledge of managing medication schedules and coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care plans.

Healthcare professional prepared to bring compassion and efficiency to caregiving roles. Extensive background in providing personal care and emotional support, ensuring client comfort and safety. Known for strong collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability to meet client needs. Skilled in managing diverse care plans and building trust with clients and their families.

Diligent [Desired Position] with background in providing compassionate care to individuals. Known for fostering supportive environment and assisting with daily living activities to enhance client well-being. Demonstrated ability to manage medication schedules and maintain open communication with medical professionals and families.

Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering [Number] years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail.

Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.

Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness, and household activities.

Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community.

Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.

Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

IHSS In Home Support Services
07.2024 - 10.2025
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients to foster trust and companionship.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients through diligent housekeeping tasks.
  • Supported medication management by ensuring timely administration as prescribed.
  • Collaborated with family members to understand client needs and preferences effectively.
  • Documented client progress accurately to assist in ongoing care assessments and adjustments.
  • 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.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.

Caregiver/ Med Aid

BrightStar Care
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Provided compassionate support to clients with daily living activities, enhancing overall well-being.
  • Assisted clients with mobility and personal hygiene tasks, ensuring dignity and comfort.
  • Monitored client health, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare professionals.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with clients and families for tailored support.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for clients and caregivers.
  • Trained new caregivers on best practices for client care and safety procedures.
  • 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.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Hospice Aide

American River Hospice Care
09.2020 - 09.2023
  • Provided compassionate personal care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life transitions.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, and feeding, enhancing patient quality of life.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare team for timely interventions.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records to maintain compliance and continuity of care.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
  • Trained new hospice aides on best practices for patient interaction and safety protocols, fostering a supportive work environment.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff during home visits.
  • Advocated for patients' emotional needs by providing companionship and support, promoting mental well-being in hospice settings.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
  • Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between different stages of hospice care by effectively coordinating with home health aides, nurses, social workers, physicians, and volunteers.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Prevented bedsores and other potential complications by regularly repositioning immobile patients and maintaining proper body alignment.
  • Checked and recorded vital signs, noting any significant changes and assisted nurses with treatment.
  • Contributed to patient well-being with skilled pain management assistance, under guidance of hospice nurses.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes under nurse supervision, ensuring timely and accurate medication delivery.
  • Provided emotional and spiritual support to patients and their families, contributing to peaceful end-of-life experience.
  • Improved patient mobility and comfort with gentle physical assistance and careful positioning techniques.
  • Supported nursing staff with vital signs monitoring, contributing to timely adjustments in patient care plans.
  • Improved team communication with detailed handoff reports, ensuring continuity of care across shifts.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Caregiver

IHSS In Home Support Services
09.2013 - 01.2020
  • Adapted care plans based on individual client requirements and feedback received.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • 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.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • 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.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
  • Efficiently organized schedules for multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high-quality care standards.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Liaised with key accounts to deliver targeted administrative household support.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.

Education

Medical Assistant -

Carrington College
Sacramento

High School Diploma -

Highlands Academy
Sacramento, CA
06-2025

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Patient care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Emotional support
  • Housekeeping
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Relationship building
  • Compassionate care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • First aid and safety
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Patient companionship
  • Dementia care
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Team collaboration
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • Alzheimer's care
  • Direct patient care
  • COVID-19 safety policies
  • Documentation
  • Medication management
  • Mobility assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Special needs care
  • Client documentation
  • Heavy lifting
  • Medication administration
  • Behavior redirection
  • Patient management
  • ADL assistance
  • Client transportation
  • Incident reporting
  • Care plan assessment
  • End-of-life care
  • Care plan management
  • Hoyer lifting equipment
  • Progress documentation
  • Patient assessments
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Care plan adherence
  • Records management
  • Transportation services
  • PPE usage
  • Medical records management
  • [Language] fluency
  • Records maintenance
  • Physical therapy support
  • Indirect patient care
  • Chronic illness management
  • Medical office administration
  • Case management
  • Chronic disease management
  • Clinical quality program standards
  • Incapacitation care
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Safety awareness
  • Social interaction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient advocacy
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Stress management
  • Disability support
  • At-home care instruction
  • Daily living activities assistance
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Community activities
  • Dining room support
  • Medication coordination
  • Compassionate client care
  • State regulations
  • Case management experience
  • Resident empowerment
  • Autism support
  • Patient care and companionship
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Fast learner
  • Attentive to people
  • Bedside care
  • Clear communication

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Supervised team of 6 staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 6 staff members.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Caregiver

IHSS In Home Support Services
07.2024 - 10.2025

Caregiver/ Med Aid

BrightStar Care
09.2023 - 08.2024

Hospice Aide

American River Hospice Care
09.2020 - 09.2023

Caregiver

IHSS In Home Support Services
09.2013 - 01.2020

Medical Assistant -

Carrington College

High School Diploma -

Highlands Academy
Maria Guzman