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Maria Meza Leon

Central,SC

Summary

Outgoing Direct Care Worker experienced with patients with disabilities and acute ailments. Well-versed in assisting patients with daily living tasks. Committed to improving patient well-being through personal care and interactive engagement.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Marquis Homecare
Santa Barbara, CA
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.

Caregiver

Assisted Home Health & Hospice
Ventura , CA
04.2017 - 09.2020
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.

Caregiver, Special Needs

UCP of Thousand Oaks
Thousand Oaks , CA
01.2015 - 04.2017
  • Facilitated group activities for multiple special needs adults or children at once.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals regarding medical treatments and therapies.
  • Provided companionship by engaging in conversation, playing board games or reading stories together.
  • Monitored physical and emotional health of clients.
  • Supported clients in community integration activities such as recreational outings, shopping trips and social gatherings.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties related to client care such as laundry, changing bed linens or preparing meals.
  • Instructed clients on proper use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers.
  • Maintained accurate records of services rendered for each client.
  • Provided assistance to special needs individuals with daily activities such as feeding, bathing and dressing.
  • Observed, reported and documented patient status and care provided.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.

Education

High School Diploma -

Channel Islands High School
Oxnard, CA
06-2009

Skills

  • Patient Companionship
  • Behavioral Management
  • Meal Preparation
  • Compassionate client care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Incident Reporting
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • PPE Usage
  • Patient Care
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • COVID-19 Safety Policies
  • Hoyer Lifting Equipment
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Strong Ethics
  • Dementia Care
  • Special Needs Care
  • Elderly Care
  • Dependable and Responsible

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Caregiver

Marquis Homecare
02.2023 - 03.2024

Caregiver

Assisted Home Health & Hospice
04.2017 - 09.2020

Caregiver, Special Needs

UCP of Thousand Oaks
01.2015 - 04.2017

High School Diploma -

Channel Islands High School

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