Theresa Velez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support, and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Platinum Care Services
Chicago, IL
05.2017 - Current
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
Personal Care Assistant
Belmont Village Senior Living
Buffalo Grove, IL
08.2012 - 04.2016
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Performed housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors and changing bed linens.
- Participated in recreational activities with clients such as reading books, playing cards or board games.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Encouraged independence by helping clients develop self-care skills such as meal preparation or personal hygiene tasks.
- Assessed changes in condition or behavior of the client which may require further medical attention.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.
Education
Nursing
Malcolm X College
1900 W. Jackson06-2026
High School Diploma -
Carl Schurz
3601 N. Milwaukee08-1985
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Companionship
- Care Plan Adherence
- ADL Assistance
- Behavioral Management
- Progress Documentation
Timeline
Caregiver
Platinum Care Services
05.2017 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Belmont Village Senior Living
08.2012 - 04.2016
Nursing
Malcolm X College
High School Diploma -
Carl Schurz
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