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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Tammy Garcia

Denver,CO

Summary

I am seeking a stimulating and challenging position in the field where I can use my experience and knowledge in the Healthcare Organization. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family Caregiver

Alpine Homecare
05.2014 - 06.2020
  • Managed household tasks efficiently, creating a clean and organized living environment conducive to patient wellbeing.
  • Contributed to a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging in meaningful conversations and recreational activities with patients.
  • Coordinated healthcare appointments for patients, ensuring timely access to necessary medical services.
  • Assisted patients with physical therapy exercises, promoting improved mobility and overall health outcomes.
  • Served as a dedicated advocate for patient needs when interacting with healthcare professionals or insurance companies.
  • Improved patient care by developing personalized care plans and maintaining detailed records of daily activities.
  • Ensured safety and comfort for patients through meticulous attention to detail in administering medications, hygiene assistance, and mobility support.

Assisted Living Community QMAP

01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Administering medication (present), ordering medication, taking vitals, faxing Physicians orders, calling family members, conversing with family, assisting caregivers when needed, and training.

Caregiver Lead Qmap

Northglenn Heights Assisted Living
08.2013 - 05.2014
  • Taking vitals, faxing Physicians orders, calling family members, conversing with family, assigning task sheets to caregivers, ordering medication, and training.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • 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.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.

Receptionist/Lead QMAP

Caley Ridge Assisted Living
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Administering medication, conversing with families, calling families, supervising caregivers, assisting with showers, dining room, reception desk, filing paperwork, and answering phones.

Law Firm- Receptionist

Stivers Staffing
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Answering 8 line phone system, emailing attorneys, taking messages, faxing paperwork, and mailing letters to clients.

Insurance Agent

Tammy J Garcia
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Filing insurance claims and policies, calling and following up on new and current policies, and posting payments on policies.

Caregiver/Lead QMAP

Caley Ridge Assisted Living
01.2000 - 01.2003
  • Assisting with showers, dining room, dress assist, administering medication, supervising caregivers, and assigning task sheets.

Education

Skills

  • Memory Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Caregiving
  • Vital Signs
  • Customer service
  • Alzheimer's Care
  • Laundry
  • Food preparation
  • Hospice care
  • Senior care
  • ADLs
  • Meal preparation
  • Medical records
  • Home care
  • Patient monitoring
  • Microsoft Word
  • Personal assistant experience
  • Windows
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Emotional Support
  • Nutritional planning
  • Care Plan Development
  • Legal Guardianship
  • Incontinence care
  • Social interaction
  • Meal Preparation
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Medical Equipment Operation
  • Time Management
  • Housekeeping
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Elderly Care
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • Documentation
  • End of life care
  • Patient Care

Assessments

  • Work motivation, Proficient, 04/01/21, Level of motivation and discipline applied toward work
  • Medical terminology, Familiar, 09/01/21, Understanding and using medical terminology
  • Basic attention to detail, Familiar, 09/01/21, Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information
  • Scheduling, Familiar, 09/01/21, Cross-referencing agendas and itineraries to avoid scheduling conflicts

Certification

  • PCW - Personal Care Worker
  • PCA - Personal Care Aide
  • PCHM - Personal Care Homemaker
  • CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
  • Licensed Qmap

Timeline

Family Caregiver

Alpine Homecare
05.2014 - 06.2020

Caregiver Lead Qmap

Northglenn Heights Assisted Living
08.2013 - 05.2014

Assisted Living Community QMAP

01.2013 - 01.2016

Receptionist/Lead QMAP

Caley Ridge Assisted Living
01.2007 - 01.2008

Law Firm- Receptionist

Stivers Staffing
01.2006 - 01.2007

Insurance Agent

Tammy J Garcia
01.2004 - 01.2005

Caregiver/Lead QMAP

Caley Ridge Assisted Living
01.2000 - 01.2003

Tammy Garcia