Patricia Torres Montoya
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
First Light Home Care
Yakima, TX
11.2022 - 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.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- 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.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
Lead Caregiver
Highgate Senior Living
Yakima, WA
07.2017 - 02.2021
- Provided leadership and guidance to Caregivers, ensuring proper care of elderly patients.
- Developed and implemented effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors associated with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
- Assisted in the development of individualized plans of care for residents according to their needs.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided personal hygiene assistance to residents.
- Supervised staff members in providing quality patient care services as per standards set by the organization.
- Maintained accurate records on each resident's medical condition and progress notes on a daily basis.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as nurses, physicians, pharmacists. to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated caregivers about safety practices while handling fragile individuals with special needs.
- Performed assessments on newly admitted residents in order to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Evaluated performance of Caregivers regularly for improvement purposes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations related to patient health or safety risks.
- Served as a liaison between families and healthcare providers regarding patient progress reports or other issues concerning their wellbeing.
Administrative Assistant
Express Employment Professionals of Yakima
Yakima, WA
02.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
- Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
- Monitored progress on projects assigned by upper management.
- Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
- Inventoried and ordered supplies for office.
- Scheduled appointments, meetings and events for management staff.
- Responded effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Education
GED -
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA07-2013
Skills
- Daily Living Activities Assistance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Nursing Assistance
- Patient Companionship
- Assessment Of Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Medication Monitoring
- Patient Records Management
- Customer Service Excellence
- Customer Experience Improvement
- Infection Control
- Disease Prevention
- Safe Driving
- Client Documentation
- Medical Data Collection
Timeline
Caregiver
First Light Home Care
11.2022 - Current
Lead Caregiver
Highgate Senior Living
07.2017 - 02.2021
Administrative Assistant
Express Employment Professionals of Yakima
02.2016 - 05.2017
GED -
Yakima Valley Community College