Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Assessments
Timeline
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Natalie Cervantes

San Diego,CA

Summary

Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Caregiver

self employed
11.2022 - Current
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Supported cognitive function through stimulating mental exercises, conversation, reading, puzzles, or games tailored to each client''s interests.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions to promote physical and emotional healing for clients recovering from illness or injury.
  • Developed trusting relationships with clients'' families through open communication channels and regular updates on progress or concerns.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences while encouraging balanced diets for improved overall health.
  • Coordinated appointments and transportation services for clients requiring medical or personal visits outside the home.
  • Administered medications and monitored vital signs for accurate health records and timely reporting to medical professionals.

In Home Caregiver

Golden Years In-Home Senior Care
01.2019 - 10.2022
  • Ensured a safe and clean home environment by performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, vacuuming, and dusting.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Enhanced quality of life for clients through attentive assistance with daily activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation while considering dietary restrictions and nutritional requirements for each client.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Provided effective companionship for clients who experienced loneliness or struggled with cognitive decline due to aging-related conditions like Alzheimer''s disease or dementia.

Caregiver/Personal Assistant

South Bay Post Acute Center
08.2017 - 05.2020
  • Assist residents with all activities of daily living, Conduct resident rounds as assigned, Complete all ADL's accurately including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring and getting to and from activities
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.

Education

Associate of Science - Allied health

San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA
05.2025

GED -

GED.com
04.2024

Skills

  • HIPAA
  • Anatomy Knowledge
  • Patient Care
  • Home Care
  • Patient monitoring
  • Communication skills
  • Vital signs
  • Physiology knowledge
  • Medical term
  • Home health
  • Care plans
  • Spanish
  • Emotional Support
  • Behavior redirection

Certification

CPR Certification

Assessments

  • Attention to detail, Proficient, 07/01/22, Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information
  • Work style: Professionalism, Proficient, 07/01/23, Tendency to be accountable, professional, open to feedback, and act with integrity at work
  • Protecting patient privacy, Proficient, 07/01/23, Understanding privacy rules and regulations associated with patient records
  • Medical terminology, Proficient, 07/01/22, Understanding and using medical terminology
  • Work style: Reliability, Proficient, 07/01/21, Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and act with integrity at work
  • Warehouse safety, Proficient, 04/01/22, Using safe practices in a warehouse setting
  • Verbal communication, Proficient, 02/01/23, Speaking clearly, correctly, and concisely
  • Customer focus & orientation, Proficient, 10/01/22, Responding to customer situations with sensitivity
  • Basic mechanical knowledge, Proficient, 05/01/21, Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes
  • Medical receptionist skills, Proficient, 07/01/22, Managing physician schedules and maintaining accurate patient records
  • Written communication, Proficient, 05/01/18, Measures a candidate's ability to convey written information using proper grammar rules

Timeline

Private Caregiver

self employed
11.2022 - Current

In Home Caregiver

Golden Years In-Home Senior Care
01.2019 - 10.2022

Caregiver/Personal Assistant

South Bay Post Acute Center
08.2017 - 05.2020

Associate of Science - Allied health

San Diego Mesa College

GED -

GED.com
Natalie Cervantes