Melissa Villanueva
Hesperia,CA
Summary
Dedicated care professional with a passion for providing expert support across emotional, physical, and mental needs. Known for being caring, vigilant, and devoted to patients, ensuring their well-being at all times. Possessing exceptional multitasking, organizational, and conflict management skills to effectively handle various responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Redwood Family Care Network
Apple Valley, CA
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
Caregiver
Whittier Place Senior Living
Whittier, California
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Assisted elderly residents with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly residents by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in resident condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Participated in team meetings regarding resident progress or concerns raised by family members.
Medical Assistant
Sunrise Health Care Center
Anaheim, California
03.2018 - 10.2020
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Caregiver
Las Estancias Assisted Living
Brea, California
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
UEI College
Anaheim, CA06-2018
Skills
- Patient Companionship
- Documentation
- Housekeeping
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate client care
- Dementia Care
- Daily living assistance
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Redwood Family Care Network
06.2024 - 06.2025
Caregiver
Whittier Place Senior Living
10.2022 - 04.2024
Medical Assistant
Sunrise Health Care Center
03.2018 - 10.2020
Caregiver
Las Estancias Assisted Living
10.2017 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
UEI College