Myriam Steptoe
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Seasoned Caregiver with extensive experience at Visiting Angels Home Care, adept in chronic disease management and providing cognitive behavioral health support. Demonstrates a strong commitment to patient care, excelling in HIPAA compliance and safety training. Proven track record in enhancing patient well-being and safety, ensuring high-quality care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
Los Angeles, CA
08.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Home Care Provider
Cerna Homecare
Irvine, CA
07.2018 - Current
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided transportation to medical appointments and errands.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks including vacuuming, dusting, laundry, and meal preparation.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted clients with mobility issues by using appropriate transfer techniques.
- Provided companionship through conversation and recreational activities.
- Promoted a safe environment by providing supervision and monitoring of patients' physical condition and behavior.
CNA
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital
Whittier, California
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Education
CNA License - CNA
Pro Career Academy
Whittier, California07-2024
License - CNA
Pro Career Academy
Whittier, California12-2021
Associate of Science - Anthropology
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA06-2020
High School Diploma -
La Puente High School
La Puente, CA06-1993
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Documentation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Mobility Assistance
- Dementia Awareness
- Cognitive Behavioral Health Support
- Safety Training
- CPR certification
- Hospital/Facility Training Coordinates
- CNA Certification
- Homecare Certification
Timeline
CNA
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2024
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
08.2021 - Current
Home Care Provider
Cerna Homecare
07.2018 - Current
CNA License - CNA
Pro Career Academy
License - CNA
Pro Career Academy
Associate of Science - Anthropology
Los Angeles Southwest College
High School Diploma -
La Puente High School
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