Summer Lopez
Fresno,CA
Summary
Compassionate Home Care Assistant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in personal care support, medication management, and mobility assistance. Excel in communication, empathy, and patience to enhance client comfort and well-being. Possess strong organizational skills to ensure smooth operation of care plans.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Assistant
WelbeHealth
Fresno, USA
01.2021 - Current
- Monitored client health and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Provided personal care to clients such as dressing, bathing, and grooming.
- Assisted with mobility and transfer activities, including lifting and turning patients in bed.
- Prepared meals according to dietary needs and assisted with feeding.
- Assisted clients with proper exercises and rehabilitation.
- Maintained a safe environment for the client by preventing falls or other hazards in the home.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Documented client care and progress notes meticulously to ensure continuity of care.
- Reported any unusual incidents or accidents promptly to supervisor and nurse manager.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition of patient, client and reported any changes immediately to supervisor, nurse manager.
- Served as preceptor to guide and support new employees in their training.
- Trained new staff on caregiving protocols and best practices effectively.
- Provided compassionate care that positively impacted patient outlook and daily living activities.
- Utilized Wellsky, Athena, Paylocity, Teams, and Microsoft Edge to streamline operational processes.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
DYCORA TRANSITIONAL HEALTH-FRESNO
Fresno, USA
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Provided direct patient care and assistance with daily living activities.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights to address needs and provide timely assistance.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff members.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Transported residents to various locations within facility to ensure timely access to services.
- Implemented safety measures in handling hazardous materials to reduce risk of exposure.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Helped residents walk with or without self help devices.
- Moved residents between locations in the facility to provide necessary care.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Coordinated communication among patients, families, and healthcare professionals to enhance care collaboration.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Managed patient bedpan supply, collection, and emptying to maintain hygiene and comfort.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pacific Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation
Fresno, USA
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Facilitated daily living activities and personal hygiene to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Delivered emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering a positive and reassuring environment.
- Adhered to infection control protocols in all care procedures.
- Assisted patients with feeding to ensure proper nutrition.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted residents in walking with or without mobility aids to promote independence. with or without self-help devices.
- Performed housekeeping tasks to maintain cleanliness and order in patient areas. to ensure a sanitary and safe environment. such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- 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.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Managed patient bedpans efficiently to uphold cleanliness and ensure patient dignity. by supplying, collecting, and emptying to ensure comfort and hygiene. on a frequent basis.
Job Coach
Access adp
Fresno, USA
06.2017 - 02.2020
- Assisted mentally disabled consumers in engaging with their communities by organizing outings and activities.
- Guided individuals in navigating job sites to foster their work skills and confidence.
- Provided ongoing support and coaching during the employment process.
- Traveled to work locations to provide hands-on training, direct supervision and support to participants.
- Guided clients in learning to complete job tasks to develop motivation and skills.
- Engaged individuals through targeted coaching, constructive feedback, and skills development activities.
- Conducted individualized assessments of client abilities, interests, and needs.
- Collaborated with community resources to expand client support networks.
- Provided mentorship to program participants to enhance their skills and confidence. by answering questions and directing throughout work shift.
Packer/cutter
Foster Farms
Fresno, USA
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Operated packaging machinery to ensure efficient workflow during production shifts.
- Packaged poultry products for distribution, meeting quality standards to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Prepared products for shipping by organizing and packing them properly. in accordance with specified instructions.
- Followed detailed instructions for packing different product types effectively.
- Identified contents of boxes by labeling them accurately for organized shipping. and crates accurately to streamline organized distribution and minimize errors.
- Wrapped items securely using suitable packing materials to preserve product integrity during transit.
Waitress
El Prado
Fresno, USA
04.2009 - 08.2015
- Upsold daily specials, enhancing customer dining experience at El Prado.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to enhance dining experience.
- Built rapport with regular customers through engaging conversation, fostering loyalty.
- Processed payments using point-of-sale system efficiently and accurately.
- Coordinated teamwork among wait staff to efficiently manage high customer volume.
- Answered questions about menu items, ingredients, and pricing.
- Organized take-out orders efficiently according to customer requests.
- Cleared and reset tables efficiently during busy service periods.
- Refilled beverages promptly to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Provided accurate change for cash transactions using a cash register system.
- Served alcoholic beverages responsibly in accordance with state laws.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere for patrons to increase customer interactions.
- Cleared tables of used dishes to ready for incoming guests.
- Set up tables strategically to enhance customer flow and comfort. to optimize seating availability.
Bookkeeper
The Home Depot
Bakersfield, USA
03.2006 - 01.2007
- Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
- Managed payroll processing for staff members.
- Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
- Generated invoices for clients and tracked payments received from customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Millennium Institute Of Education Charter
Fresno, CA 01.2002 - 06.2006
Skills
- Patient Care
- Assisting with ADLs
- Dementia Care
- Alzheimer's Care
- Bathing assistance
- Dressing assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Home Care
- Patient monitoring
- Vital Signs
- First aid
- Caregiving
- Observation
- Senior care
- Nursing
- Hospice Care
- Customer
- Home health leadership
- Patient Care
Certification
- Driver's License
- CNA
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Patient Care Supervisor
Timeline
Home Care Assistant
WelbeHealth
01.2021 - Current
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
DYCORA TRANSITIONAL HEALTH-FRESNO
07.2020 - 12.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pacific Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation
03.2020 - 07.2020
Job Coach
Access adp
06.2017 - 02.2020
Packer/cutter
Foster Farms
02.2016 - 05.2016
Waitress
El Prado
04.2009 - 08.2015
Bookkeeper
The Home Depot
03.2006 - 01.2007
High School Diploma -
New Millennium Institute Of Education Charter
01.2002 - 06.2006