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Maria D. Zamudio

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with hands-on experience in attending to patient needs in residential and hospital settings. Skilled in administering medication, managing schedules, and maintaining clean living environments for patients. Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful relationships with patients, ensuring comfort and enhancing quality of life. Previous work resulted in significant improvements in patient well-being and satisfaction.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Capistrano Inc.
Fallbrook, CA
01.2015 - 01.2024
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
  • 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.
  • Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
  • 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.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.

Caregiver

In Home Health Services
Fallbrook, CA
01.2012 - 02.2013
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
  • Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
  • Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
  • Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
  • Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
  • Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
  • Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
  • Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.

Receptionist

ALC Inc.
San Diego, CA
10.2005 - 05.2009
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
  • Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
  • Verified visitors' identification cards before allowing access to the building.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
  • Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
  • Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
  • Responded to inquiries from internal staff members regarding office operations issues such as mail delivery or office equipment maintenance.
  • Processed customer payments using cash registers or point-of-sale terminals according to company policies and procedures.
  • Updated daily log book with information about visitors entering the premises.
  • Coordinated with vendors for repairs and maintenance of office equipment such as printers or computers.
  • Assisted with special projects assigned by management when required.
  • Ensured that all necessary forms were completed accurately prior to submitting them for processing.

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting

UEI College - Cerritos
Cerritos, CA
06-2011

Skills

  • Documentation
  • Incident Reporting
  • Meal Preparation
  • Compassionate client care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Progress Documentation
  • Behavioral Management
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Clinical Quality Program Standards
  • Quality program protocols
  • Time Management
  • Dementia Care
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Medication Administration
  • First aid and safety
  • Spanish Fluency
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Case management experience

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Caregiver

Capistrano Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2024

Caregiver

In Home Health Services
01.2012 - 02.2013

Receptionist

ALC Inc.
10.2005 - 05.2009

Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting

UEI College - Cerritos

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