Raquel Garcia
Trinidad,CO
Summary
Dedicated Home Health Aide skilled in supporting clients with professional communication and superior organization skills. Advanced knowledge of clerical functions, project support, schedule management and customer service. Quick learner accomplished in solving problems through critical thinking and handling conflicting priorities with concise time management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Rachel wolt
Trinidad, CO
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance patient well-being.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and instructions.
- Collaborated with family members to address patient concerns and preferences.
- Documented patient progress and communicated updates to the care team.
- Assisted in meal preparation, ensuring nutritional needs were met effectively.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
- Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
- Instructed family members regarding proper home care techniques and infection control procedures.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
Home Health Aide
Alta Vista alternatives
Trinidad, CO
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance patient well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients at home.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and instructions.
- Collaborated with family members to address patient concerns and preferences.
- Documented patient progress and communicated updates to the care team.
- Assisted in meal preparation, ensuring nutritional needs were met effectively.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
Laundry Aide
Trinidad nursing home
Trinidad, CO
03.2015 - 09.2017
- Operated laundry equipment to ensure efficient washing and drying processes.
- Sorted and categorized linens for optimal cleaning and organization.
- Maintained cleanliness of laundry area following health and safety protocols.
- Folded and distributed clean linens to designated areas throughout the facility.
- Inspected items for stains or damage before processing them through laundry cycles.
- Assisted staff with inventory management of laundry supplies and materials.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline laundry workflow and efficiency.
- Unloaded and folded clean laundry from dryers and stored in appropriate areas.
- Loaded and unloaded washers and dryers, observing correct operating instructions.
- Disinfected equipment and supplies, using germicides, and steam-operated sterilizers.
- Received and marked articles for laundry, identifying code numbers, or names, using hand or machine markers.
- Inspected all linens for tears or stains prior to washing.
- Reported any malfunctioning equipment to maintenance personnel immediately for repair and replacement if needed.
- Cleaned lint filters after every load is complete in order to prevent fire hazards.
- Assisted in loading and unloading large amounts of laundry into machines.
- Followed safety regulations while operating machines such as no loose clothing while working around moving parts on the machines.
- Ensured that all finished items are properly labeled before being stored away safely.
- Checked each item after it has been dried for any wrinkles or damages before folding them up.
- Regularly checked temperature settings on washers and dryers to ensure optimal performance.
- Verified that all orders were completed correctly before returning them back to customers.
- Assisted with stocking shelves with fresh linens when necessary.
- Maintained the proper level of chemicals in the washers at all times.
- Recorded inventory levels for detergents and other cleaning supplies.
- Handled sorting, washing, drying and folding of linens, blankets and other items.
Education
Trinidad High School
Trinidad, COSome College (No Degree) - Psychology
Trinidad State College
Trinidad, COSkills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Care plan implementation
- Health communication
- Client relationship management
- Nutritional preparation
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Wound care
- Mobility activities
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Personal care services
- Bedside care
- Safety procedures
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Rachel wolt
04.2023 - Current
Home Health Aide
Alta Vista alternatives
03.2019 - 08.2023
Laundry Aide
Trinidad nursing home
03.2015 - 09.2017
Trinidad High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Trinidad State College