Sheyla Lopez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Provider
Home Instead
10.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Supported clients'' independence through personalized assistance with daily activities.
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while maintaining confidence in the quality of care their loved one received.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, reporting any concerns or changes in condition promptly to healthcare providers.
- Educated clients about self-care strategies, empowering them to take an active role in their own health management process.
- Promoted overall health by implementing preventive measures such as proper hygiene practices and infection control procedure.
- Educated patients about self-care techniques, empowering them to take an active role in managing their own health.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Demonstrated adaptability by providing care for patients with diverse medical conditions ranging from Alzheimer''s disease to physical disabilities.
Caregiver
Private
06.2019 - 01.2024
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
CNA Student
Peterson Park Heath Care Center
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, reducing the risk of infection and falls.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic care.
- Developed strong communication skills through active listening and effective verbal interactions with patients and colleagues.
- Delivered high-quality personal care services within the scope of practice as a CNA student, ensuring patient satisfaction.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working in fast-paced environments and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Education
Dementia Training -
Certificate
02.2024
Skills
- Patient Care
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Meal Preparation
- Housekeeping
- Dementia Care
- Physical therapy assistance
- Respite Care
- ADL support
- Hospice Care
- Emotional Support and Companionship
- Special Needs Care
- (English/Spanish) Fluency
- ALS Care
- Parkinson
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Care Provider
Home Instead
10.2022 - Current
Caregiver
Private
06.2019 - 01.2024
CNA Student
Peterson Park Heath Care Center
01.2016 - 02.2019
Dementia Training -
Certificate