Theresa Reyes
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic Health Care Aide with proven expertise in patient-focused care and emotional support, honed at Destiny Healthcare. Excelled in enhancing patient independence, evidenced by reducing anxiety and improving wellbeing. Skilled in dementia knowledge and compassionate caregiving, consistently achieving positive patient outcomes. Spearheaded training initiatives, boosting team efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Driven to help the community in both a personal care and community standards. Knowledge in both coordination and ethics from Healthcare to elections.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Aide
Destiny Healthcare
Berwyn, IL
04.2021 - Current
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
- Provided total hygiene care to Number patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing, and toileting.
- Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current with best practices in health care aide services.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during times of stress and uncertainty.
Outreach Coordinator
Chicago Cook County
Chicago, IL
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed partnerships with relevant potential employees, strengthening the organization''s presence in the community.
- Monitored progress towards outreach goals regularly, making adjustments as needed to ensure continued success of initiatives.
- Empowered team members to take ownership of their roles in outreach activities, promoting a sense of responsibility and commitment to the organization''s mission of hiring new young adults in the field.
- Improved access to resources for underprivileged communities by connecting them with essential services offered by partner agencies.
Election Judge
City of Chicago
Chicago
11.2020 - 11.2020
- Enhanced voter experience by providing clear instructions and assistance during the voting process.
- Supported a secure voting environment by monitoring potential threats such as unauthorized personnel entry or tampering with equipment.
- Managed voter lines effectively, minimizing wait times and maintaining orderly flow throughout polling location.
- Contributed towards increased voter turnout through effective communication skills and positive interactions with members of the public.
- Assisted in ballot counting and reporting processes, upholding integrity of election results.
- Educated first-time voters on their rights and responsibilities as citizens participating in the democratic process.
- Promoted an inclusive environment for diverse voters by offering language assistance when necessary.
- Maintained accurate voter records, verifying voter eligibility and registration status.
- Collaborated with fellow election judges to resolve any discrepancies or issues that arose on Election Day.
- Increased accessibility for disabled voters by providing necessary accommodations at polling sites.
Special Events Coordinator
JenCare Senior Medical Center
Berwyn, IL
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Designed custom event layouts that maximized available space while maintaining a visually pleasing aesthetic.
- Provided exceptional on-site support during events, addressing any issues promptly and professionally.
- Implemented creative solutions for venue challenges, optimizing space usage and enhancing the overall guest experience.
- Staffed events by maintaining roster of available personnel and reliable service providers.
- Organized and implemented Type events with as many as Number guests.
- Streamlined event operations by developing efficient logistical processes for event setup and breakdown.
- Maintained detailed records of past events to improve future planning strategies and streamline processes.
- Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
- Developed and distributed event surveys to gather feedback and assess event success.
Education
High School Diploma -
Community College
Chicago, IL06.2024
Skills
- Compassionate
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Reliable team player
- Patient Care
- Patient relationship building
- Supporting personal needs
- Companionship and emotional support
- Safety Precautions
- Patient-focused care
- Healthcare ethics
- Compassionate caregiver
- Documenting behaviors
- Trustworthy companion
- End of life care
- Meal Planning
- Reliable transportation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Outreach Coordinator
Chicago Cook County
05.2023 - 07.2023
Health Care Aide
Destiny Healthcare
04.2021 - Current
Election Judge
City of Chicago
11.2020 - 11.2020
Special Events Coordinator
JenCare Senior Medical Center
02.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Community College