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Work History
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Martha Deras

Lancaster,CA

Summary

Highly motivated, responsible nursing graduate seeking an entry level position as an LVN, where I will be able to

apply my skills in providing safe and effective nursing care to patients. Experienced in clinical skills, patient care,

medication administration, and patient charting. Possess outstanding communication and patient care skills. and compassionate Caregiver with extensive experience in elderly and special needs care, notably with Palm Vista Senior Living. Excelled in developing personalized care plans, enhancing patient wellbeing, and managing complex health conditions. Skilled in medical clinical procedures and bilingual communication(spanish speaker), ensuring high-quality, empathetic care. Achieved significant improvements in patient comfort and autonomy.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Palm Vista Senior Living
03.2022 - 10.2023
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.

Caregiver

First Light Caregiving
03.2020 - 04.2022

Bathe,help with dressing,play games and educational activities,served food and made food,helped with ambulation , did laundry and washed dishes.helped with activities of daily living experience with additions disease,experience with thickening liquids for patients.gave medications.

Caregiver

In Home Respite &caregiver,inc
12.2014 - 01.2017

Bathe dress,educational activities serve food experience with cerebral pasly,helped with ambulation assisted on and off school bus,changed briefs,did laundry.

Education

License - Vocational Nurse

High Desert Medical College
Lancaster, CA
12.2024

Certified - Medical Assistant

High Desert Medical College
Lancaster, CA
05.2013

Diploma - Highschool

Highland High School
Palmdale, CA
05.2008

Skills

  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Time Management
  • Elderly Care
  • Problem-Solving
  • Patient Care
  • Daily living assistance
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Dementia Care
  • Alzheimer's Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Documentation
  • Behavioral Management
  • Special Needs Care
  • Medication Administration
  • ADL Assistance
  • Care plan assessment
  • End of life care
  • Care Plan Management
  • Iv therapy
  • Blood withdrawal
  • Injections(Im,sub Q,intradermal)
  • Wound cleaning/Care
  • Infection control standards
  • Diabetic and stroke Patient Care
  • Gastro enteral nutrition, feedings/care
  • Medical clinical procedures
  • Specimen collections/processing
  • Computerized charting ( Cerner)
  • Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
  • Respiratory Tx ( O2, inhalers)
  • Colostomy care
  • Urinary catheter insertion and care
  • Strong medical ethic

Timeline

Caregiver

Palm Vista Senior Living
03.2022 - 10.2023

Caregiver

First Light Caregiving
03.2020 - 04.2022

Caregiver

In Home Respite &caregiver,inc
12.2014 - 01.2017

License - Vocational Nurse

High Desert Medical College

Certified - Medical Assistant

High Desert Medical College

Diploma - Highschool

Highland High School
Martha Deras