SILVIA B. Salmeron
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Tulare,CA
Summary
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. Dependable professional with excellent organization skills demonstrated through history of managing client daily activities, appointments and medication needs. Well-versed in administering medication and monitoring nutrition. Trusted to oversee patients in challenging medical states.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
CNA Student
Twins Oaks Assisted Living
Tulare
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Transported patients between departments within the facility using wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Used proper body mechanics when lifting, transferring or positioning immobile patients.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
- Answered call lights promptly to assess needs of patients.
- Recorded vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rate.
- Monitored food intake of assigned patients during meal times and recorded it on appropriate forms.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient area by changing bed linens and cleaning up spills.
- Gave verbal assistance to non-English speaking patients when needed for communication purposes.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
Visalia, CA
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
Education
Certificate Of Completion - CNA Nursing Assistant
Nursing Assistant Training Academy
Fresno, CA05-2024
Certificate Of Completion - Administrative Medical Dental Assistant
Milan Institute - Visalia
Visalia, CA04-2006
High School Diploma -
Visalia Adult School
Visalia, CA05-2005
Skills
- Patient Care
- Alzheimer's Care
- Transportation Services
- Schedule Maintenance
- Medical chart documentation
- Physical therapy
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Dementia Care
- Care plan assessment
- Medication Administration
- Records Maintenance
- Emotional Support
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Behavior redirection
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeImportant To Me
Paid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsPaid time off4-day work weekReferences
Regina Luna, Instructor NATA
559.620.8766
Mrs.Memory Instructor NATA
559.368.6816
Martha Hernandez Friend
559.786.5201
Timeline
CNA Student
Twins Oaks Assisted Living
04.2024 - 05.2024
Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
09.2022 - 05.2024
Certificate Of Completion - CNA Nursing Assistant
Nursing Assistant Training Academy
Certificate Of Completion - Administrative Medical Dental Assistant
Milan Institute - Visalia
High School Diploma -
Visalia Adult School
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