Maria I Perez
New Britain,CT
Summary
Obtained and constructed a C.N.A. & P.C.A. Demonstrated AHA First Aid. Medication Administration Certified. Attained PMT Training. Performed and Recorded Patient Vitals. Assisting patients with ambulation. Composed a constant interaction with patients. Endure individuals with special needs and disabilities. Participated in planning meals. Prepare daily activities. Assisted with essentials (hygiene, bathing, & toileting) Focused Translator with a highly developed understanding of [Language] language and culture. Skilled in quickly and accurately translating written documents and audio recordings. Over [Number] years of related expertise. Background includes working in [Type] environments to perform document and verbal translation services. Excellent listening and communication skills with an organized and systematic approach. Delivers a high level of accuracy in [Language] to [Language] translations. A dedicated individual successfully facilitates communication between people of different cultures and backgrounds. Brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to organizations requiring interpretation and translation services. Committed to providing quality service and results. Smart professional with a thorough understanding of various languages to fluently interpret and translate. Conveys intended messages accurately and reliably. Well-versed in interpretation and translation tools and services.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Translator and Interpreter SPANISH
Interpreters And Translators, Inc
Glastonbury, CT
05.2023 - Current
- Promoted community engagement at local events through volunteer interpreting services, fostering positive cross-cultural relationships.
- Contributed to the success of marketing campaigns targeting Arabic-speaking audiences through expert translation of promotional materials.
- Maximized efficiency of document processing by developing a streamlined system for managing incoming translation requests from clients.
- Assisted non-profit organizations in reaching wider audiences by translating their informational materials and campaign messages.
Patient Care Assistant
Hartford Hospital
Hartford, CT
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, assisting in early identification of potential health issues.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare staff to ensure understanding and address concerns.
- Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records for appropriate record keeping.
- Prioritized confidentiality by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of patient care.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Transported food trays and aided with feeding.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Assisted in meal preparation and feeding support for patients with various dietary restrictions or swallowing difficulties.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Aided physicians in wound care and patient assessments.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult moments, fostering trust and rapport.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Helped enhance unit operations by continuously delivering accurate, efficient care and maintaining performance objectives.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient''s unique needs.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Direct Support Professional
Network Inc
Vernon CT
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergencies calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep the care team updated.
- Supervised daily activities and assisted staff.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
Windsor, CT
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Received Orders and placed it in its designated location
- Organized orders in from A-Z and assembled the shipment process.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
Direct Support Professional
Allied Community Resources
East Windsor, CT
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Administered medication as directed by the physician.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living need to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergencies calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Nursing Assistant
Manchester Manor Health Care
Manchester, CT
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
Social and Human Services Assistant
Marc, inc.
Manchester, CT
10.2017 - 05.2021
- Responsible for working with individuals in a group home setting with various disabilities
- Assist in recreational activities and activities of daily living
- Provide job coaching to clients that are employed within the community.
- Adhered to strict client confidentiality laws and site-specific procedures to uphold privacy and provide the best experience possible.
- Prepared documents for review and completion by service applicants, supporting completion and responding to questions.
- Inputted information and obtained quantitative and qualitative data on client details to provide services requested.
- Established positive relationships with aid recipients and assessed goals, working hard to address individual needs and tailor services to suit them.
- Acted as a mandatory reporter of abuse.
- Interviewed applicants for services and supported application completion as necessary.
- Utilized complex client management systems, both digital and manual, and maintained sensitive information in highly encrypted databases.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
- Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Established strong relationships with local community resources to connect clients with additional supports as needed.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Caregiver
24/7 Companions & Homemaking
Manchester, CT
01.2015 - 11.2017
- Assisted clients with regular housekeeping and ensured a tidy and sanitary environment
- Prepared meals and ensured proper portions and nutritional needs were met
- Assisted with errands including groceries, banks, post office, etc
- Provided personal assistance such as ambulation, hygiene, bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming
- Reported unsafe conditions to prevent hazards.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- 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.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- 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.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
Home Health Aide
American Elderly Services, LLC
Hartford, CT
09.2014 - 12.2016
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living within their homes and in the community
- Aided clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and hygiene
- Completed errands as needed including shopping and medical appointments
- Provided physical and emotional supports.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living, and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
- Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
- Managed complex wound care under the supervision of a registered nurse, facilitating timely healing processes.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
Food Services Assistant
Manchester Public Schools
10.2013 - 06.2016
- Preformed regular inspections of work areas and food deliveries
- Arranged the food in portions and operated in register
- Assisted with answering phones and contributed to cleaning the cafeteria.
Education
CDL - Truck And Bus Driving
Nettts
Somers, CT12.2023
Nursing (RN) -
Capital Community College
Hartford, CT10.2019
Certified Nurse Assists -
Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT07.2019
Skills
- Written Translation
- Simultaneous interpreting
- Consecutive Interpreting
- Cross-cultural communication
- Research abilities
- Literary Translation
- Terminology Management
- Transcription Services
- Language Teaching
- Fluent English speaker
- Medical Translation
- Sight Translation
- Technical Translation
- Legal Translation
- CAT tool proficiency
- Fluent Arabic speaker
Timeline
Translator and Interpreter SPANISH
Interpreters And Translators, Inc
05.2023 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Hartford Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Network Inc
08.2022 - 01.2023
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
01.2022 - 07.2022
Nursing Assistant
Manchester Manor Health Care
05.2021 - 07.2021
Direct Support Professional
Allied Community Resources
11.2020 - 01.2022
Social and Human Services Assistant
Marc, inc.
10.2017 - 05.2021
Caregiver
24/7 Companions & Homemaking
01.2015 - 11.2017
Home Health Aide
American Elderly Services, LLC
09.2014 - 12.2016
Food Services Assistant
Manchester Public Schools
10.2013 - 06.2016
CDL - Truck And Bus Driving
Nettts
Nursing (RN) -
Capital Community College
Certified Nurse Assists -
Manchester Community College