Victoria D Matthews
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate Personal Care Assistant with extensive experience in delivering companionship and emotional support to residents. Proficient in documenting vital statistics and health metrics accurately. Dedicated to fostering positive relationships with patients and ensuring high-quality care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Belmont Village Senior Living
Oak Park, IL
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
Assisting With Home Care
Home Care Aide Council
Chicago, IL
03.2005 - Current
- Executed light housekeeping tasks, including changing linens, laundry, vacuuming, and dusting.
- Supported clients with daily living activities such as meal preparation and feeding.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Transported clients to medical appointments and errands to facilitate access to care.
- Documented patient information, including condition, diet, and progress in medical records.
- Administered medications according to care plans while ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Promoted mobility and independence for individuals with disabilities while monitoring safety.
- Ensured confidentiality of sensitive patient information by adhering to HIPAA regulations.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
Chicago, IL
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Operated scanners and computers to accurately track orders and shipments.
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies for inventory management.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
- Collaborated on special projects with various departments as necessary.
- Packaged items using protective materials to prevent damage during transit.
- Staged, sorted, and transported goods within warehouse facility efficiently.
- Kept workstations, shelves, and pallet areas organized and clean for safety compliance.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling products for outgoing shipments.
Home Care Aide
Home Hospice Care
Chicago, IL
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Executed light housekeeping duties including changing linens, laundry, vacuuming, and dusting.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, such as meal preparation and feeding.
- Maintained patient confidentiality to uphold dignity and trust.
- Assisted clients with mobility by supporting transfers in and out of bed or wheelchair.
- Monitored changes in patient condition to identify potential medical needs.
- Participated in team meetings to review patient progress and address concerns.
- Provided personal hygiene support, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Established strong rapport with patients to enhance quality of care.
Home Care Aide
Home Hospice Care
Lula, Mississippi
07.2007 - 08.2007
- Performed light housekeeping tasks, including changing linens, laundry, vacuuming, and dusting.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as meal preparation and feeding.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored changes in patient conditions to identify needs for medical attention.
- Supported mobility for clients by aiding transfers to and from bed or wheelchair.
- Participated in team meetings to review patient progress and address concerns.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Fostered strong rapport with patients to enhance quality of care.
Home Care Aide
Home Hospice Care
Chicago, IL
12.2006 - 12.2006
- Executed light housekeeping duties, including changing linens, laundry, vacuuming, and dusting.
- Supported clients with daily living activities such as meal preparation and feeding.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Assisted clients with mobility challenges by facilitating transfers between bed and wheelchair.
- Monitored changes in patients' conditions to identify potential medical needs.
- Participated in team meetings to address patient progress and concerns.
- Provided personal hygiene care, including bathing, dressing, and grooming services.
- Established trusting relationships with patients to enhance quality of care.
Education
High School Diploma -
ACT Charter School
Chicago, IL06-2009
Skills
- Emotional support and companionship
- Meal preparation and hygiene
- Time management and housekeeping
- Patient monitoring and documentation
- Communication assistance and care
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Relationship building
- Lifting and transferring
- Critical thinking
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caregiver
Belmont Village Senior Living
02.2025 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
09.2023 - 09.2024
Home Care Aide
Home Hospice Care
01.2019 - 01.2019
Home Care Aide
Home Hospice Care
07.2007 - 08.2007
Home Care Aide
Home Hospice Care
12.2006 - 12.2006
Assisting With Home Care
Home Care Aide Council
03.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
ACT Charter School
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