Maria Torres
El Cajon,CA
Summary
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.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
01.2019 - Current
- Increased patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- 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.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
Driver/Aide Assistant
Children's Choice Learning Connections
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Improved student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Supported special needs students by accommodating individual requirements and ensuring their comfort throughout the journey.
- Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
Campus Supervisor
Pepper Drive Elementary
04.2015 - 01.2018
- Enhanced campus safety by conducting routine patrols and monitoring security systems.
- Reduced incidents of vandalism by implementing preventative measures and working closely with the maintenance team.
- Supported student success by addressing behavioral issues and enforcing school policies consistently.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop safety protocols for various campus events.
- Streamlined communication between students, faculty, and staff through regular updates on campus initiatives and policies.
- Provided a safe learning environment by promptly addressing concerns raised by students or staff about campus security.
Loss Report Unit Clerk
Anchor General Insurance
03.2001 - 08.2014
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Grocery Bagger
Vons
03.1994 - 02.2001
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly bagging services.
- Assisted cashiers with swift transactions for a streamlined checkout experience.
- Reduced wait times for customers by quickly and accurately bagging groceries.
- Ensured proper handling of fragile items to minimize breakages and complaints.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area by regularly disposing of trash and wiping surfaces.
Usher/Concessions Worker
Century Twin Cinema
07.1993 - 08.1993
- Provided customer satisfaction by providing personalized service and addressing individual needs.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patrons by performing regular facility checks and resolving any issues promptly.
- Assisted in event preparations, ensuring efficient operations during performances or special events.
- Managed crowd control effectively, ensuring timely seating and minimizing disruptions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Herbert Hoover High School
San Diego, CA06.1994
Skills
- Progress Documentation
- Incident Reporting
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Companionship
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Native or Bilingual
Cover Letter
My name is Maria Torres. I love to spend time with family, go to restaurants, beach, watch TV, and love to help people around me. My entire life, I was active in different areas to get to know more people and personalities and grow as a person. I love to be communicative and positive in all situations and make the world easy around me and around the people I meet. I see myself as being easygoing, helpful, and funny, I always bring a big smile wherever I go.
Timeline
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
01.2019 - Current
Driver/Aide Assistant
Children's Choice Learning Connections
09.2017 - 12.2019
Campus Supervisor
Pepper Drive Elementary
04.2015 - 01.2018
Loss Report Unit Clerk
Anchor General Insurance
03.2001 - 08.2014
Grocery Bagger
Vons
03.1994 - 02.2001
Usher/Concessions Worker
Century Twin Cinema
07.1993 - 08.1993
High School Diploma -
Herbert Hoover High School