Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with hands-on experience providing companionship and emotional support to residents. Well-versed in accurately documenting vital statistics and health metrics. Committed to creating positive rapport with patients and providing quality patient care.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Med Tech/Caregiver
Gracewood Assistant Living
08.2022 - Current
Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
Care Assistant
PACE
02.2017 - 03.2020
Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
Assisted patients in maintaining personal hygiene through regular bed baths or showers according to individual preferences.
Care Provider
IHSS Adult Services Program
07.2000 - 08.2017
Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs
Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans
Arrange medication and reminded patients to take each according to correct schedule
Supported total well-being by planning social and physical activities
Prepared healthy meals for to meet unique nutrition needs
Transported patients to medical, dental and personal care appointments
Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets
Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection
Coordinated patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses and communicated treatment steps to patients
Care Provider
Twilight Haven Assistant living
12.2007 - 01.2012
Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living
Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene
Arrange medication and reminded patients to take each according to correct schedule
Maintained safety by eliminating hazards and correcting issues
Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule
Caregiver
Bel-Haven Assistant living
09.2004 - 11.2008
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries
Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges
Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, daily hygiene care and grooming
Coordinated patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses and communicated treatment steps to patients
Caregiver
Vintage Gardens Assisted Living
07.2001 - 07.2004
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries
Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety
Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength
Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living
Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene
Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, daily hygiene care and grooming
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living
Completed scheduled patient check-ins and progress reports for clients
Met with various caregivers to promote continuous professional development and implement quality treatment strategies
Caregiver, Special Needs
Welcome Care Home Inc.
11.1999 - 12.2001
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries
Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges
Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection
Completed weekly and monthly reports summarizing activities
Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs
Food Server/Cashier Assistant
Fresh & Natural
10.1999 - 08.2000
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice
Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers
Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change
Teacher Aide
Birney Elementary School
06.1997 - 08.1997
Assisted instructional staff with implementing lessons and activities for full classes and small groups
Supported classroom teachers by managing files, preparing materials and updating records
Observed student performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress
Education
High School Diploma -
Mclane High School
Fresno, CA
06.1999
Skills
Housekeeping support
Medication distribution
Emotional support
Personal care
Knowledge of state regulations
Compassionate client care
Client satisfaction
Medication administration
Timeline
Med Tech/Caregiver
Gracewood Assistant Living
08.2022 - Current
Care Assistant
PACE
02.2017 - 03.2020
Care Provider
Twilight Haven Assistant living
12.2007 - 01.2012
Caregiver
Bel-Haven Assistant living
09.2004 - 11.2008
Caregiver
Vintage Gardens Assisted Living
07.2001 - 07.2004
Care Provider
IHSS Adult Services Program
07.2000 - 08.2017
Caregiver, Special Needs
Welcome Care Home Inc.
11.1999 - 12.2001
Food Server/Cashier Assistant
Fresh & Natural
10.1999 - 08.2000
Teacher Aide
Birney Elementary School
06.1997 - 08.1997
High School Diploma -
Mclane High School
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