Taylor Poncho
Acoma Pueblo
Summary
Compassionate Home Health Aide with background in providing personal care and hygiene assistance to elderly, disabled, and those recovering from surgeries or illnesses. Strong understanding of safety protocols, medication administration, and health education for patients' families. Notable for ability to create comfortable environments while maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality. Demonstrated impact in improving patient well-being through consistent delivery of empathetic care.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
United Energy Workers
Grants
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and assisted with errands.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
CNA
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
Albuquerque
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Merchandise Associate
Sams Club Distribution
Albuquerque
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Created retail displays to highlight particular products and drive sales according to corporate strategy.
- Cleaned and organized display cases, shelves and aisles.
- Assisted in developing marketing campaigns for promotional activities.
- Enhanced store and display appearance utilizing seasonal promotions and trends to drive strategy.
- Moved merchandise to retail areas and added new products to shelves, racks and bins in neat and well-presented fashion.
- Printed labels and tags for for-sale merchandise.
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient care documentation
- Medication management
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Team collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Emotional support
- Medication organization
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bathing assistance
- Behavioral management
- Recording vital signs
- Housekeeping
- Bedside care
- Ambulation assistance
- Light housekeeping
- Schedule management
Timeline
CNA
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
02.2024 - 05.2024
Merchandise Associate
Sams Club Distribution
08.2023 - 11.2023
Home Health Aide
United Energy Workers
07.2023 - 12.2024