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Yolanda (Yoli) Gallardo

Santa Cruz,CA

Summary

Healthcare professional prepared to bring compassion and efficiency to caregiving roles. Extensive background in providing personal care and emotional support, ensuring client comfort and safety. Known for strong collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability to meet client needs. Skilled in managing diverse care plans and building trust with clients and their families. CPR certified as well as Certified Home Care Aide.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

Lisa and Drake Margiotta
01.2024 - Current
  • Stayed overnight to make sure patient was safe in bed and over the entire night. In morning, toileted her, brushed her teeth, administer morning pills and placed her comfortably back in her bed for the time being.
  • Assisted client with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, managed laundry.
  • Assisted with toileting, dressing, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client's progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patient, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Assisted patient with self-administered medications.

Secretary/Translator

Santa Cruz County Office of Education
08.2004 - 02.2024

Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.

  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to families
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
  • Translated IEP related documents and interpreted for IEP meetings between parents and service providers as needed throughout the year.
  • Assisted over 100 Instructional Aides in classrooms in regards to absences and covering shifts with subs.

Caregiver

Laurel J. Harlamoff, PA
03.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assisted Glenna (mom/patient) with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life. Morning routine: Get patient out of bed, assist her with showering, getting dressed and ready for the day.
  • Made her breakfast and coffee. Kept her company, chatted and listened to her most interesting stories. Kept Glenna engaged and in good spirits while I was there.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.

Caregiver

Doris Ottoman
11.2018 - 03.2020
  • Assisted Doris with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Doris needed very little help as she was very independent. I did help with reminders with medications, helped getting dressed and ready for the day.
  • We would go on short walks and even to the gym in apartment complex.
  • She loved to bake, so lots of baking.
  • Always kept her place neat and safe to avoid any falls and watched her closely for her safety.

Caregiver

ComforCare
02.2010 - 07.2016
  • During my employment with ComforCare, I had about 5 different patients, all with very similar needs. Stroke patients with good mobility.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • I would accommodate to what the patients really enjoyed. If they enjoyed movies, we would have "movie night," some patients enjoyed reading, we would take turns in reading a book together (whatever gave them joy).

Medical Transcriptionist

Palo Alto Medical Foundation
11.1988 - 01.2004
  • Attended training associated with role to improve skills and boost typing speed.
  • Recorded information using word processing, dictation and transcription software and equipment.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Typed Consultations, History and Physicals, Office Visits, X-rays, Pre-ops, etc.
  • Reduced errors in medical reports by reviewing, editing, and proofreading transcripts for clarity and consistency.
  • Demonstrated excellent skills to understand diverse accents.
  • Referred to variety of medical sources to prevent mistakes in medical terms.

Education

No Degree - Medical Transcription Program

Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA
06-1987

Skills

  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Time Management
  • Elderly Care
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Emotional Support
  • Housekeeping
  • Meal Preparation

Certification

  • Personal Care Aide Certification (PCA) - Various State Agencies or Community Colleges.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Caregiver

Lisa and Drake Margiotta
01.2024 - Current

Caregiver

Laurel J. Harlamoff, PA
03.2021 - 12.2021

Caregiver

Doris Ottoman
11.2018 - 03.2020

Caregiver

ComforCare
02.2010 - 07.2016

Secretary/Translator

Santa Cruz County Office of Education
08.2004 - 02.2024

Medical Transcriptionist

Palo Alto Medical Foundation
11.1988 - 01.2004
  • Personal Care Aide Certification (PCA) - Various State Agencies or Community Colleges.

No Degree - Medical Transcription Program

Cabrillo College
Yolanda (Yoli) Gallardo