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Education
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OLINKA CALDERON

Torrance,CA

Summary

Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. 11+ years of experience work as private caregiver,facilities and hospital.

Work History

CNA

Seacrest Convalescent Hospital
San Pedro, California
12.2023 - 09.2024
  • 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.

Elderly Caregiver, ActiveKare
02.2021 - Current
  • Long Beach – Different Locations
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

Caregiver

CNA, Unite Care Line
El Monte, CA
05.2022 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in Convalescent Hospital with dressing guidance, grooming
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to supervisor/charge nurse.

Caregiver Attendant

Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Pomona, CA
01.2010 - 04.2021
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Home Caregiver Salus Homecare
Gardena, CA
03.2014 - 04.2017
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care
  • Mobility restrictions.

Angelman Syndrome Patience

Private Client
Torrance, California
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1

CPR

1
1

AA in Arts

Education

Home Health - Home Health Care

Nurses Development Center
Norwalk, CA
10.2015 - 11.2015

CNA

El Camino College
Torrance, CA
02.2010 - 04.2010

Associate of Arts - undefined

El Camino College
06.2010

Skills

  • Fast learning Preparing healthy meals
  • Critical thinker Collecting Vital Signs
  • Respectful and compassionate Helping with medication
  • Dedicated team player Monitoring Fluids I/O
  • Able to use Lift Hoyer; electric,mechanic Medical terminology Knowledge
  • Daily Living Activities Infection Control procedures

Certification

CPR, First Aid, LANGUAGES Spanish Spanish Native or Bilingual ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Pre-Nursing classes pre-requisites Awarded SALUS HOMECARE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH outstanding performance for dedication ,passion and hard work. June 2016. HOMESTEAD SCHOOL,Inc.Certification of recognition for being the "Most Friendly" June 29,2019. Certificate of Programs Hours Completion (VN) (1640 hours)

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig Work

Work Location

RemoteOn-Site

Important To Me

Flexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k match4-day work weekCompany CultureWork-life balance

Timeline

CNA

Seacrest Convalescent Hospital
12.2023 - 09.2024

Caregiver

CNA, Unite Care Line
05.2022 - 07.2023

Elderly Caregiver, ActiveKare
02.2021 - Current

Home Health - Home Health Care

Nurses Development Center
10.2015 - 11.2015

Home Caregiver Salus Homecare
03.2014 - 04.2017

Angelman Syndrome Patience

Private Client
01.2012 - 01.2013

CNA

El Camino College
02.2010 - 04.2010

Caregiver Attendant

Maxim Healthcare Staffing
01.2010 - 04.2021
CPR, First Aid, LANGUAGES Spanish Spanish Native or Bilingual ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Pre-Nursing classes pre-requisites Awarded SALUS HOMECARE EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH outstanding performance for dedication ,passion and hard work. June 2016. HOMESTEAD SCHOOL,Inc.Certification of recognition for being the "Most Friendly" June 29,2019. Certificate of Programs Hours Completion (VN) (1640 hours)

Associate of Arts - undefined

El Camino College
OLINKA CALDERON