Melissa Salazar
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Proven Caregiver with a track record of enhancing client quality of life at Margarita Escareno, Amanda Salazar, and for Dr. Carlos Zamora. Excelled in providing emotional support and basic housekeeping, boosting client independence. Skilled in multitasking and organization, demonstrating a compassionate and results-driven approach to elderly care. Experienced caregiver knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Margarita Escareno
04.2021 - Current
- Assisted client with activities to promote independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted client with dressing herself, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient's personal space.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Caregiver
Amanda Salazar
04.2019 - 10.2021
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting a client's right to personal space.
- Assisted client with daily living activities while promoting independence and quality of life
- Assisted client with dressing herself, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Caregiver Contractor
Dr. Carlos Zamora
09.2015 - 04.2019
- Assisted client with daily living activities, while promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted client with dressing herself, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient's personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12.1994
Associate of Arts - Core Curriculum
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TX05.1989
Skills
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Patient Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Basic Housekeeping
- Emotional Support
- Housekeeping
- Multitasking and Organization
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
Margarita Escareno
04.2021 - Current
Caregiver
Amanda Salazar
04.2019 - 10.2021
Caregiver Contractor
Dr. Carlos Zamora
09.2015 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Southwest Texas State University
Associate of Arts - Core Curriculum
Southwest Texas Junior College
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