Tonya Salas
caregiver
Santa Clara,California
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Santa Clara County Social Services Agency, providing compassionate support and enhancing client well-being. Skilled in meal preparation and emotional support, I promote independence through personalized care and regular health assessments, ensuring a safe environment and adherence to medication schedules. Committed to improving quality of life for all clients.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
IHSS Care Provider
Santa Clara County Social Services Agency
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences for better overall health.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Provided transportation for clients to medical appointments, social events, and other necessary outings.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable environment by maintaining a clean and organized living space.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Conducted regular assessments of client health status, identifying potential issues early on for prompt intervention.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing compassionate care and support tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding all aspects of client personal information and medical history.
Caregiver
Dana ELmore
10.2013 - 08.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- 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 with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Broadway
San Jose, CA06-1996
Skills
- Emotional support
- Grooming assistance
- Physical mobility support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Bathing assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Meal preparation
- Toileting assistance
- Patient care
- Bedside care
- Wound care
- Light housekeeping
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
IHSS Care Provider
Santa Clara County Social Services Agency
01.2024 - 08.2024
Caregiver
Dana ELmore
10.2013 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Broadway
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