Melissa Cervantes
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Compassionate with emphasis of service. Experienced with caregiving addressing physical needs and emotional support. Background of law enforcement enables high capacity for stressful situations and circumstances. Excited and eager to transfer my skills and experience to offer my service as well as obtain knowledge to help those in need.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
In Home Care Provider
IHSS Adult Services Program
Bakersfield, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted with personal hygiene needs including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Administered medication reminders and monitored patient's health status by taking vital signs.
- Maintained accurate records of client care activities including condition changes, services provided and other relevant information.
- Scheduling of all medical appointments and provided transportation.
Correctional Officer
Wasco State Prison
Wasco, CA
05.2006 - 11.2016
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridgeview High School
Bakersfield, CA06-2002
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Observational skills
- Organization skills
- First aid and safety
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Records Maintenance
- Strong Ethics
- Relationship building and management
- Responsible and dependable
- Mentorship
Timeline
In Home Care Provider
IHSS Adult Services Program
09.2022 - Current
Correctional Officer
Wasco State Prison
05.2006 - 11.2016
High School Diploma -
Ridgeview High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Bakersfield College