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Sapphire Fa'alofa

La Mesa,CA

Summary

Compassionate Personal Care Aide with experience in providing support to elderly and disabled clients in home settings. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and mobility support. Demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport with clients, enhancing their comfort and quality of life. Contributed to positive changes in clients' health and well-being through attentive care and emotional support. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Elderly Caregiver

Green Tree Homecare
Santee, CA
09.2021 - Current
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
  • Assessed client's needs and developed individual care plans accordingly.
  • Ensured safety of clients in their home environment by using appropriate equipment and techniques.
  • Organized recreational activities to promote physical and mental well-being of the elderly.
  • Communicated effectively with family members on progress of client's health condition.
  • Conducted light housekeeping duties including laundry, cleaning and meal preparation for clients.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided for each client.
  • Encouraged social interaction between clients and their families.

Caregiving Manager

All Heart care
La Mesa, CA
03.2022 - 07.2024
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients with chronic illnesses and disabilities.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress, services provided, changes in condition, treatments administered.
  • Maintained professional relationships with community agencies involved in providing additional resources or support for clients receiving home health services.
  • Developed and implemented care management plan to address needs and goals.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients, families, and healthcare providers to support integrated care.
  • Utilized technology and healthcare information systems to streamline care coordination and documentation processes.
  • Collaborated with community resources to facilitate referrals and access to additional services for clients.

Caregiver, Special Needs

In Home family care Supportive Services
Miramar, CA
09.2016 - 11.2018
  • Assisted in the development of life skills such as communication and mobility.
  • Monitored physical and emotional health of clients.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals regarding medical treatments and therapies.
  • Supported clients in community integration activities such as recreational outings, shopping trips and social gatherings.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching basic self-care tasks such as brushing teeth and washing hands.
  • Administered medication when needed according to doctor's instructions.
  • Developed positive relationships with families of special needs individuals.
  • Provided companionship by engaging in conversation, playing board games or reading stories together.
  • Adapted existing programs to meet the specific requirements of each individual client.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Hill High School
Santee, CA
06-2005

Some College (No Degree) -

Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA

Skills

  • First aid and safety
  • Emotional companionship
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Patient Companionship
  • Data Confidentiality
  • Relationship Building
  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Medical care support
  • Client documentation
  • Meal Preparation
  • Case Management
  • Care plan assessment
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Dementia Care
  • Diabetes Care
  • Fall prevention
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance

Affiliations

  • Weekly caregiving volunteering at private homes.
  • Pursing A degree in Nursing currently.
  • Involved in feeding the homeless.
  • Help family and friends with child care

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
American sign Language
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Caregiving Manager

All Heart care
03.2022 - 07.2024

Elderly Caregiver

Green Tree Homecare
09.2021 - Current

Caregiver, Special Needs

In Home family care Supportive Services
09.2016 - 11.2018

High School Diploma -

West Hill High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Grossmont College

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