Maricel MENDOZA
Oceanside
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Aide with extensive experience at Direct Hire, skilled in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Enhanced client independence through personalized care plans and attentive support, fostering trust and communication. Proven ability to improve patient well-being by implementing effective meal preparation and hygiene assistance strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Direct Hire
05.2025 - Current
- Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments, ensuring timely access to healthcare services.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and families, enhancing trust and communication in care processes.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- 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.
Home Health Aide
Direct Hire
05.2018 - Current
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- 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.
Home Health Aide
Direct Hire
09.2017 - 11.2023
- Provided personal care assistance, including bathing, grooming, and dressing to enhance client comfort.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and improve quality of life.
- Monitored patients' health conditions, documenting changes and reporting concerns to medical professionals.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams to meet client needs effectively.
- Implemented medication management procedures to ensure adherence to prescribed regimens and safety guidelines.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
PSBA QC
Quezon City Philippines03-2002
Skills
- Patient care
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing assistance
Certification
- HHA - Home Health Aide
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Direct Hire
05.2025 - Current
Home Health Aide
Direct Hire
05.2018 - Current
Home Health Aide
Direct Hire
09.2017 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
PSBA QC