Maria G Ibarra
Santa Ana,CA
Summary
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.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Home Care Placement
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
- Provided compassionate companionship, enhancing emotional support for clients.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Administered medication and managed schedules to ensure adherence to care plans.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Utilized mobility aids and equipment to assist clients in maintaining mobility.
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
Caregiver
Clearwater at North Tustin
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Caregiver
Private Client
02.2020 - 05.2023
- Provided compassionate care and support for daily living activities.
- Assisted with medication management and adherence to treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure home environment.
- Conducted regular assessments of the client''s condition, reporting any changes or concerns promptly to appropriate parties.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or recreational outings, expanding access to necessary resources and social opportunities.
- Developed strong bonds with clients through compassionate caregiving and attentive listening to their needs.
- Improved clients'' quality of life by providing personalized in-home care and assistance with daily activities.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
UCI Irvine
Irvine12-2017
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Strong ethics
- First aid and safety
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Caregiver
Home Care Placement
09.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Clearwater at North Tustin
08.2025 - 10.2025
Caregiver
Private Client
02.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
UCI Irvine