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Yanita Cruz

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated professional with experience at Self Inc, enhancing resident independence and wellbeing. Skilled in time management and relationship building, I excelled in providing emotional support and maintaining a safe environment. CPR certified, I effectively resolved conflicts and improved resident satisfaction through attentive care and proactive communication.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Assistant

Self Inc
03.2024 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional care to residents with diverse needs, ranging from dementia and Alzheimer''s patients to those requiring physical rehabilitation support.
  • Increased resident independence by aiding with mobility exercises and daily activities.
  • Provided emotional support for residents during difficult transitions or personal challenges, enhancing overall mental wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, organized living space for each resident, fostering a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere.

Home Health Aide

Visiting Nurses
03.2017 - 11.2018
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.

Residential Assistant

Residential Management Services
08.2012 - 10.2016
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between residents when necessary, promoting a harmonious living environment for all occupants.
  • Contributed to staff meetings, sharing progress reports and providing suggestions on potential operational improvements.
  • Enhanced resident satisfaction by addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with move-in and move-out processes, ensuring smooth transitions for new and departing residents.
  • Logged and filed incident reports, detailing significant occurrences during assigned shifts.

Education

Patient Care Tech

James J Ferris
Jersey City, NJ
04-2004

Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy

Wallingford Adult Ed
Wallingford, CT
03-2002

Patient Care Tech - Medical

Stone Academy
Hamden, CT
06-2003

Skills

  • Time management
  • Team player
  • Supportive
  • Activity planning
  • Documentation and reporting
  • CPR certified
  • Relationship building

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Resident Assistant

Self Inc
03.2024 - Current

Home Health Aide

Visiting Nurses
03.2017 - 11.2018

Residential Assistant

Residential Management Services
08.2012 - 10.2016

Patient Care Tech

James J Ferris

Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy

Wallingford Adult Ed

Patient Care Tech - Medical

Stone Academy

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