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Maria F Valerio Rodriguez

Escondido,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. 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. Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 20 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. Experienced caregiver knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support. 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.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiving

Thekey Homecare
05.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced 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.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.

Private Duty Caregiver

Mary Tinney
07.2019 - 05.2021
  • Improved client''s quality of life by providing compassionate and personalized care in their homes.
  • Enhanced the well-being of patients through effective communication, active listening, and empathy.
  • Administered medications and monitored vital signs for accurate health records and timely reporting to medical professionals.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as grooming, bathing, dressing, and feeding for increased comfort and independence.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions to promote physical and emotional healing for clients recovering from illness or injury.
  • Utilized adaptive equipment to facilitate safe transfers and mobility for clients with physical limitations.
  • Managed emergencies effectively by responding calmly under pressure while adhering to established protocols until professional help arrived.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences while encouraging balanced diets for improved overall health.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions between caregiving shifts by maintaining detailed documentation of completed tasks along with any pertinent observations regarding the client''s condition or needs during each shift worked.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and confidentiality by respecting clients'' personal boundaries, privacy, and maintaining a discreet demeanor in sensitive situations.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.

Caregiver

1st Meridian Care Services
01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Enhanced 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.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.

Private Duty Nurse

Darlene Parker
02.2011 - 11.2016
  • Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing personalized care plans.
  • Provided compassionate care for patients, resulting in positive feedback from families.
  • Administered medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper dosages and timely treatments.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly to detect and address potential health concerns promptly.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Assessed patient needs routinely, adjusting care plans as necessary for the best results.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations during all interactions.
  • Conducted regular check-ins with family members regarding patient status updates, fostering trustful relationships.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

Education

Certificate - CNA

Healthcare Science Academy
330 Oxford St #208 Chula Vista CA 91911
06.2024

GED -

Escondido Adult School
Escondido, CA
06.2015

Skills

  • ADL Assistance
  • Progress Documentation
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Incident Reporting
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Behavioral Management
  • Patient Companionship
  • Documentation
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Strong Ethics
  • Verbal and Written Communication Skills
  • State Regulations Knowledge
  • Behavior Redirection
  • English Fluency
  • Supportive Companionship
  • Incapacitation Care
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Relationship Building
  • COVID-19 Safety Policies
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient advocacy
  • Disability support
  • Emotional support
  • Effective communication
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Physical therapy support
  • CPR certification
  • Special needs care
  • Alzheimer's care
  • Stress management
  • Dementia care
  • Compassionate care
  • Autism support
  • Elderly care
  • Safety Compliance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Caregiving

Thekey Homecare
05.2021 - Current

Private Duty Caregiver

Mary Tinney
07.2019 - 05.2021

Caregiver

1st Meridian Care Services
01.2014 - 01.2019

Private Duty Nurse

Darlene Parker
02.2011 - 11.2016

Certificate - CNA

Healthcare Science Academy

GED -

Escondido Adult School
Maria F Valerio Rodriguez