Patricia Eslao
Las Vegas
Summary
In-home caregiver summary emphasizes extensive experience, compassion, and essential skills including medication management, daily living assistance, and patient communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Transit Bus Operator
RTC
Las Vegas
04.2021 - Current
- Operated transit buses safely across designated routes.
- Ensured on-time departures and arrivals for passenger convenience.
- Monitored and communicated road conditions to dispatch teams.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities during boarding and disembarking.
- Collected fares and issued transfers to passengers as required.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety standards.
- Enforced safety regulations for a secure travel environment.
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance passenger experience.
- Made sure wheelchair lifts were functioning properly before each trip began.
- Reported any mechanical problems or incidents that occurred during transit operations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of the bus to ensure it was safe for operation.
- Provided assistance to elderly or disabled passengers with their transportation needs.
- Enforced passenger rules and regulations while providing courteous service.
- Kept an eye out for suspicious activity or unattended items on board the bus.
- Managed time effectively by arriving at stops on schedule according to route times.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch personnel via two-way radio systems.
- Monitored passengers to ensure they followed safety regulations and paid fares.
- Followed emergency procedures in case of accidents or other dangerous situations.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding routes, schedules, and transfers.
- Maintained professional demeanor when dealing with difficult customers or situations.
- Maintained a clean interior of the bus by sweeping and removing debris between runs.
- Computed fares accurately using onboard ticket machines or cash payments.
- Assisted passengers with mobility devices in boarding and disembarking safely.
- Completed daily paperwork such as log books, maintenance reports, incident reports.
- Delivered announcements over the public address system regarding route changes or delays.
- Resolved conflicts between passengers in a professional manner when necessary.
- Completed appropriate inspection paperwork and reported results to supervisors.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Reported major accidents, emergencies and suspicious incidents to supervisors.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Gave clear directions to passengers regarding destinations, pick-ups and drop-off locations.
- Maintained vehicle safety by monitoring, instructing and correcting passengers.
- Used GPS navigation to follow routes and avoid potential construction or traffic delays.
- Advised passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
- Announced stops clearly to help passengers disembark at correct locations.
- Regulated heating, lighting and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
- Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
In-Home Caretaker
New Vista Care Center
Las Vegas
01.2008 - 08.2021
- Provided compassionate personal care to clients in their homes.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and mobility support.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate client care services.
- Trained new staff on caregiving protocols and best practices.
- Assisted with light housekeeping tasks including laundry, vacuuming, dusting and meal preparation.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to home health care topics.
- Assisted with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality of care is maintained.
- Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene through showering and bathing assistance, toileting assistance and incontinence care management.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding changes in condition or behavior of the patient.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Communicated effectively with families about client needs and preferences.
- Ensured safety of the client by implementing necessary precautions around the home environment.
- Responded promptly to any medical emergencies that may arise.
- Reported any changes in health status to appropriate personnel.
- Accompanied clients on errands or outings for shopping or leisure purposes.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Education
High School Diploma -
Job Corps
Albuquerque, NM06-1978
Skills
- personal care
- mobility support
- health monitoring
- customer service
- time management
- safety compliance
- effective communication
- emergency response
- Compassionate care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Problem solving
- Basic housekeeping
- Verbal and written communication
- Direct patient care
- Reliability and punctuality
- Supportive companionship
- Stress management
- Daily living assistance
- ADL assistance
- Lifting and transferring
- Dependable and responsible
- Relationship building
- At-home care instruction
Timeline
Transit Bus Operator
RTC
04.2021 - Current
In-Home Caretaker
New Vista Care Center
01.2008 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Job Corps