Lizeth G. Diaz
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and and administration of basic medication. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care. Certified Medicine Technician, obtained certification through Westmont Living at San Miguel Ranch, certified by Ron's Pharmacy year 2023. Outgoing Direct Care Worker experienced with patients with disabilities and acute ailments. Well-versed in assisting patients with daily living tasks. Committed to improving patient well-being through personal care and interactive engagement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver Attendant
Westmont at San Miguel Ranch
Chula Vista, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Engaged clients in conversation to stimulate cognitive abilities and promote socialization.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to agency policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding patient's needs and progress.
- Provided emotional support to individuals dealing with illness, disability or other life challenges.
- Facilitated group activities designed to enhance quality of life for residents of long-term care facilities.
- Participated in team meetings that addressed changing clinical needs of patients.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate interventions.
- Developed positive relationships with clients while respecting their dignity and autonomy.
- Observed patient behavior, documented incidents, reported concerns promptly.
Certified Nurse Assistant
South Bay Post Acute Care
Chula Vista, CA
08.2024 - 09.2026
- Supported South Bay Post Acute Care residents with daily bathing, dressing, and grooming care.
- Monitored resident vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted South Bay Post Acute Care team with safe transfers and repositioning.
- Documented care activities following South Bay Post Acute Care procedures.
- Changed linens and kept resident rooms clean, organized, and safe.
- Delivered meals, collected trays, and assisted residents with feeding needs.
- Responded quickly to resident requests and communicated concerns with nursing staff.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Education
Certified Nurse Assistant - Certified Nurse Assistant
Dalrada Career Institute
Chula Vista, CA 08.2024 - 10.2026
High School Diploma -
Sweeetwater High
San Diego, CA06-1999
Skills
- Toileting assistance
- Patient assistance
- Compassionate Care
- Dementia Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Dependable and Responsible
- Daily living assistance
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Behavior redirection
- Elderly Care
Certification
- Medicine Technician, through Ron's Pharmacy year 2023.
Timeline
Certified Nurse Assistant
South Bay Post Acute Care
08.2024 - 09.2026
Certified Nurse Assistant - Certified Nurse Assistant
Dalrada Career Institute
08.2024 - 10.2026
Caregiver Attendant
Westmont at San Miguel Ranch
09.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sweeetwater High