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Maria Teresa Hernandez

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Housekeeping

Foundation Surgical Hospital
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Home Health Aide

Pride PHC Services
01.2019 - 02.2024
  • 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.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.

Home Health Caregiver

Uristi Senior Assistance
02.2019 - 06.2019
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
  • Ensured timely transportation of patients to appointments or social engagements, enhancing their ability to maintain an active lifestyle outside the home setting.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and families through open communication channels and empathetic listening skills.

Home Health Caregiver

Amazing Grace Homecare
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
  • Ensured timely transportation of patients to appointments or social engagements, enhancing their ability to maintain an active lifestyle outside the home setting.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and families through open communication channels and empathetic listening skills.
  • Provided physical assistance for mobility, promoting independence and safety in the home environment.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.

Cashier/Stock Room Associate

Fallas Paredes
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.

Toll Collector

City Of Eagle Pass
01.2012 - 06.2017
  • Communicated in English and Spanish to assist motorists and respond to inquiries concerning tolls, directions and routes.
  • Expedited traffic flow by swiftly processing transactions, reducing wait times for motorists.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe environment for travelers through vigilant monitoring of the toll plaza area.
  • Operated toll collection equipment and processed toll payments accurately.
  • Developed skills in conflict resolution while addressing disputes regarding fare discrepancies or other customer complaints.
  • Classified all vehicles passing through toll lanes in accordance with procedural requirements.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations during peak hours and special events.
  • Monitored toll lane activity and generated operational reports.
  • Streamlined administrative processes with organized record-keeping habits that facilitated easy retrieval of information when needed.

Certified Nursing Aide

Outreach Health Service Inc.
07.2001 - 12.2011
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Maintained complete confidentiality with patient information to provide professional, secure medical services.
  • Assisted patients in maintaining their independence by encouraging self-care activities appropriate for their abilities.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Education

High School Diploma -

San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX

Certified Nurses Aide

Sanyo
San Antonio, TX

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational Skills

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Housekeeping

Foundation Surgical Hospital
09.2023 - 03.2024

Home Health Caregiver

Uristi Senior Assistance
02.2019 - 06.2019

Home Health Aide

Pride PHC Services
01.2019 - 02.2024

Home Health Caregiver

Amazing Grace Homecare
01.2018 - 01.2019

Cashier/Stock Room Associate

Fallas Paredes
02.2017 - 08.2017

Toll Collector

City Of Eagle Pass
01.2012 - 06.2017

Certified Nursing Aide

Outreach Health Service Inc.
07.2001 - 12.2011

High School Diploma -

San Antonio College

Certified Nurses Aide

Sanyo

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