MICHELLE TORRES
Coachella,CA
Summary
Experienced with providing compassionate care, assisting with daily living activities, and managing medical needs. Utilizes strong organizational skills to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. Knowledge of fostering supportive and nurturing environment, demonstrating reliability and adaptability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Caregiver
In-Home Supportive Service
07.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care and support to clients in daily living activities.
- Assisted with medication management and adherence to prescribed health regimens.
- Coordinated transportation and appointments for medical visits and social engagements.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Managed household tasks efficiently, creating a clean and organized living environment conducive to patient wellbeing.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging in meaningful conversations and recreational activities with patients.
Private Elderly Caregiver
Cecelia Ostrowiecki
06.2022 - 01.2026
- Provided compassionate support to elderly clients in daily activities, enhancing quality of life.
- Assisted with medication management, ensuring timely and accurate administration for optimal health outcomes.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual needs and preferences, promoting independence and dignity.
- Maintained a safe and clean living environment, implementing safety protocols to prevent accidents.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to appointments
- Improved elderly clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Monitored health changes and communicated effectively with family members and healthcare professionals.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices in elderly care, improving team performance and service delivery.
- Facilitated social engagement for clients by organizing outings, accompanying them on walks, or engaging in conversation.
- Enhanced client safety by closely monitoring health conditions and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting for improved hygiene.
- Provided mobility support through transfers, ambulation assistance, and the use of adaptive equipment.
- Offered companionship during difficult times by providing emotional support and empathetic listening skills.
Caregiver
Senior Care Services
03.2013 - 06.2022
- Provided compassionate support to clients with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Developed individualized care plans based on client needs and preferences, ensuring personalized attention.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in client conditions to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices in patient care, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments and social engagements, improving accessibility.
- Implemented safety protocols within the home environment, minimizing risks and ensuring client well-being.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Education
High School Diploma -
Indio High School
Indio, CASkills
- Compassionate
- Emotional support
- Hospice care
- Dementia care
- Diabetes management
- Continence and Incontinence care
- Occupational therapy support
- Respite care
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Developmental disability care
- Alzheimer's care
- Meal preparation
- Mobility assistance
- Medical equipment operation
- Errand running
- Fall prevention
- Housekeeping
- Multitasking and organization
- Dependable and responsible
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Compassionate communication
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Medication and appointment reminders
Certification
Home Care Aide / Background Check ID: 6670275
CPR/AED/First Aid Certificate
Languages
English
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Family Caregiver
In-Home Supportive Service
07.2024 - Current
Private Elderly Caregiver
Cecelia Ostrowiecki
06.2022 - 01.2026
Caregiver
Senior Care Services
03.2013 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Indio High School