Sonia Urrutia
Lucerne Valley,CA
Summary
Observant professional with successful background delivering heartfelt care to residents. Compassionate and service-oriented individual well-educated in medication administration and schedule management. Outstanding knowledge of first aid and CPR.
Compassionate and patient caregiver with experience in private elderly care. Have provided comprehensive support for personal health needs, household maintenance, appointment scheduling, and social interaction. Exceptional skills in communication, time management, and organization combined with profound respect for the elderly make for impactful caregiving that improves quality of life. Recognized for creating calm, safe environments while facilitating healthy living practices to enhance client longevity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1990
1990
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Elderly Caregiver
Pearl Nunn
Apple Valley, California
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted elderly clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by healthcare professionals for client safety.
Private Elderly Caregiver
Maxine O'steen
Hesperia, California
10.2023 - 10.2025
- Assisted elderly clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by healthcare professionals for client safety.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments and social events.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in clients' homes for comfort.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and updates.
- Monitored clients' physical and mental health changes, reporting concerns promptly.
- Developed engaging activities tailored to clients' interests and abilities for enrichment.
- Assisted elderly clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients by engaging in meaningful conversations.
- Developed individualized plans for each client based on their unique needs and preferences.
- Ensured proper nutrition for all elderly clients through meal planning, grocery shopping and food preparation.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks including laundry, vacuuming, dusting and preparing meals.
- Administered medications to elderly clients according to prescribed instructions.
- Facilitated communication between multiple departments within an organization devoted to elder care services.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and respiration of elderly clients.
- Maintained detailed records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
- Provided assistance with mobility issues such as walking or transferring from bed to wheelchair.
- Assessed changes in physical or mental condition of elderly clients and reported any concerns to supervisor immediately.
- Implemented infection control protocols while providing personal hygiene care services.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving the safety of elderly clients.
- Collaborated closely with family members regarding client care plans and progress updates.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals regarding medication administration schedules.
- Continually assessed safety risks within the environment of the facility where elderly individuals resided.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Redirected clients with memory issues, providing safety guidance protection.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium, and high protein diets.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Instructed family members on how to provide bedside care.
Private Elderly Caregiver
William Sheets
Victorville, California
05.2022 - 07.2025
- Assisted elderly clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by healthcare professionals for client safety.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in clients' homes for comfort.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs and updates.
- Monitored clients' physical and mental health changes, reporting concerns promptly.
- Assisted elderly clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients by engaging in meaningful conversations.
- Ensured proper nutrition for all elderly clients through meal planning, grocery shopping and food preparation.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks including laundry, vacuuming, dusting and preparing meals.
Mental Health Caregiver
Premier Home Health Care
Richfield, MN
11.2019 - 01.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of client health and progress documentation.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and community outings.
- Communicated regularly with healthcare professionals regarding client needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Implemented safety measures to ensure a secure living environment for clients.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
Education
Bilingual Secretary (English-Spanish) - Secretary
Mater Orphanorum
Guatemala, Gua 01.1986 - 11.1989
Mencos Avila
Guatemala , GuaSkills
- Experience in Hospice
- LVN experience
- Catheterization
- Infection control
- Medication administration
- End-of-life care
- Incontinence care
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
- IHHS
- CPR AID
- CATHETERIZATION
- HOSPICE
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Elderly Caregiver
Pearl Nunn
11.2025 - Current
Private Elderly Caregiver
Maxine O'steen
10.2023 - 10.2025
Private Elderly Caregiver
William Sheets
05.2022 - 07.2025
Mental Health Caregiver
Premier Home Health Care
11.2019 - 01.2022
Bilingual Secretary (English-Spanish) - Secretary
Mater Orphanorum
01.1986 - 11.1989
Mencos Avila