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Ruth Penton

Los Angeles

Summary

Caregiver prepared to bring compassion and efficiency to caregiving roles. Extensive background in providing personal care and emotional support, ensuring client comfort and safety. Known for strong collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability to meet client needs. Skilled in managing diverse care plans and building trust with clients and their families.

Diligent with background in providing compassionate care to individuals. Known for fostering supportive environment and assisting with daily living activities to enhance client well-being. Demonstrated ability to manage medication schedules and maintain open communication with medical professionals and families.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Anthea Scott (323) 540-5583
10.2017 - 05.2025
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.

Caregiver

JFS (213) 568-1854
08.2014 - 10.2017
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Ensured client safety by closely monitoring their health conditions and promptly addressing any concerns or emergencies.
  • Improved client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their unique needs.
  • Promoted client health by assisting with daily hygiene tasks, medication administration, and regular exercise routines.
  • Provided basic grooming and hygiene assistance to patients.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Managed household duties for clients, ensuring a clean and organized environment conducive to their wellbeing.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy, patience, flexibility, which led to increased trust between caregiver and client.

Case Manager

Hope of the Valley (818)392-0020
04.2012 - 07.2014
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
  • Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
  • Advocated for client rights when interacting with external agencies or institutions, ensuring fair treatment at all times.
  • Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
  • Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.

Education

Liberal Arts And Sciences

LACC
Los Angeles
06-2010

Medical Assistance

Bryman Institute
CA
11-1994

Busyness And Accounting

Wesley College High
Belize City, Belize
06-1977

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Emotional support
  • Strong ethics
  • Compassionate care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • First aid and safety
  • Patient companionship
  • Dementia care
  • Medication and appointment reminders
  • ADL assistance
  • Hoyer lifting equipment
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Patient advocacy

Timeline

Caregiver

Anthea Scott (323) 540-5583
10.2017 - 05.2025

Caregiver

JFS (213) 568-1854
08.2014 - 10.2017

Case Manager

Hope of the Valley (818)392-0020
04.2012 - 07.2014

Liberal Arts And Sciences

LACC

Medical Assistance

Bryman Institute

Busyness And Accounting

Wesley College High

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