Tita Raagas
Pomona,CA
Summary
Adept at enhancing client well-being, I leveraged empathetic listening and medication management skills at West Coast Winery Owner's caregiving service, significantly improving life quality. My approach combines meticulous attention to detail with compassionate support, fostering independence and safety. Achievements include pioneering care techniques that boosted client satisfaction by over 30%.
Overview
2001
2001
years of professional experience
Work History
Companion Caregiver
West Coast Winery Owner
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, improving their quality of life.
- Prepared nutritious meals for clients, supporting their overall health and dietary needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Promoted a safe home environment by conducting regular assessments of potential hazards and implementing appropriate safety measures.
- Provided transportation to appointments and social events, promoting client independence and participation in community activities.
- Managed household chores such as laundry and cleaning, maintaining a clean and organized living space for clients.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients through active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations.
- Implemented personalized care plans to address individual client needs and preferences.
- Offered emotional support during challenging times by providing compassionate conversation and understanding presence during difficult situations.
- Encouraged physical activity according to each client''s abilities, fostering improved motor function and overall health benefits.
- Facilitated medication management for clients, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, including daily logs of activities and observed behaviors.
- Supported family members by offering respite care services, allowing them time for personal pursuits or relaxation.
- Assisted clients with personal grooming tasks, preserving dignity and selfesteem.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care for clients, maintaining effective communication channels.
- Monitored client health status through regular check-ins, promptly reporting any concerns or changes in condition to healthcare providers.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Direct Support Professional
Alma’s Homecare
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Caregiver
AAA Agency
11.2000 - 01.2001
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
Medical Laboratory Technician
SM LAO Hospital
03.1995 - 10.2000
- Enhanced team knowledge by contributing to training sessions on new techniques and technologies.
- Improved patient diagnosis with meticulous execution of hematological tests.
- Conducted routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Implemented cost-saving measures by monitoring inventory levels, reducing waste, and negotiating better supplier contracts.
- Aided in the development of new laboratory tests, contributing expertise in methodology selection and validation efforts.
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
Medical Laboratory Technician
Al Mouwasat Dispensary
06.1981 - 09.1982
- Ensured quality control by performing routine maintenance on lab equipment and calibrating instruments as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe and secure laboratory environment.
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and adherence to safety protocols.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
- Reduced error rates in testing procedures through careful attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
- Mentored junior technicians on best practices for conducting various types of lab tests while emphasizing accuracy.
- Enhanced patient care through accurate and timely diagnostic testing for various medical conditions.
- Conducted routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Medical Technology - Medical Technology
Southwestern University
Cebu City, Philippines03.1978
Skills
- Dementia care
- Light exercise encouragement
- Toileting support
- Social interaction
- Emotional support
- Behavioral management
- Medication management
- Client confidentiality
- Fall prevention
- Personal care assistance
- Verbal and written communication
- Empathetic listening
- Resident empowerment
- Cash handling
- Safety procedures
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliability
Timeline
Caregiver
AAA Agency
11.2000 - 01.2001
Medical Laboratory Technician
SM LAO Hospital
03.1995 - 10.2000
Medical Laboratory Technician
Al Mouwasat Dispensary
06.1981 - 09.1982
Companion Caregiver
West Coast Winery Owner
Direct Support Professional
Alma’s Homecare
Bachelor Of Science In Medical Technology - Medical Technology
Southwestern University
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