Mariela Jackson
Secure Solutions Usa
Pittsburgh,PA
2
Languages
16
years of professional experience
Compassionate Home Health Aide experienced in patient care and medication administration. Built strong relationships with patients while advocating for their needs and promoting comfort and safety. Developed personalized care plans and ensured effective communication to enhance overall patient experience.
Work History
Home Health Aide
2 Years 7 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Administered prescribed medications, maintaining accurate records of dosages and schedules.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring safety and comfort in home environments.
- Developed strong relationships with patients to foster trust and improve engagement in care plans.
- Implemented personalized care plans based on individual patient needs and preferences.
- Trained new aides on best practices for patient care and safety protocols, enhancing team effectiveness.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
Cook
5 Years 7 Months- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety standards.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Ensured consistent quality control through regular monitoring of food presentation and taste.
- Developed diverse menus featuring seasonal ingredients to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Managed food costs effectively by optimizing portion sizes and minimizing waste.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to the food preparation process.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to the food preparation process.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Monitored food quality regularly, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Records Clerk
5 Years 5 Months- Organized and maintained confidential client records in compliance with organizational guidelines.
- Processed incoming documentation, ensuring accuracy and proper categorization for efficient retrieval.
- Implemented digital filing systems to streamline record-keeping practices and enhance accessibility.
- Trained new staff on record management protocols and best practices for data handling.
- Assisted with typing, data entry, and answering incoming calls as required.
- Assisted in the transition from paper to electronic record systems, increasing operational efficiency across departments.
- Collaborated with counseling staff to gather necessary documentation for client services and reporting needs.
- Conducted regular audits of records to ensure integrity and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Transferred inactive records to storage to free up space and preserve history.
Education
GED
- [PELL GRANT] Scholarship Recipient
Skills
Patient care
Nutritional planning
Personal hygiene assistance
Feeding assistance
Bathing assistance
Environmental safety
Mobility support
Home organization
Medication administration
Medication management
Care management
Plan adherence
Client record management
Record management
Behavioral intervention
Documentation
Behavioral support
Light housekeeping
Housekeeping
Meal preparation
Advocacy services
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Secure Solutions Usa
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Cook
Self Ownwed
01.2017 - 08.2022Read More
Records Clerk
Hispanic Community Counseling Services
06.2010 - 11.2015Read More
Literacy of Pittsburgh
GED
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