Skilled Personal Care Assistant with a proven track record at AltaMed Health Services Corporation, adept in care plan implementation and providing compassionate client care. Excelled in patient awareness and emotional support, significantly enhancing client well-being. Expert in multitasking and organization, ensuring optimal client satisfaction and health outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
AltaMed Health Services Corporation
Los Angeles, CA
07.2021 - 09.2024
Maintained accurate records of client care activities on computerized systems for charting purposes.
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
Assessed changes in condition or behavior of the client which may require further medical attention.
Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
Accompanied clients to medical appointments and provided transportation services when necessary.
Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.
Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
Caregiver
IHHS
Los Angeles, CA
01.2013 - 09.2024
Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bell High School
BELL CALIFORNIA
06-1995
Skills
Patient awareness
Care plan implementation
Housekeeping
Activities of daily living support
Compassionate patient care
Emotional support
Compassionate client care
Meal preparation
Multitasking and organization
Personal hygiene assistance
Social interaction
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
AltaMed Health Services Corporation
07.2021 - 09.2024
Caregiver
IHHS
01.2013 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Bell High School
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