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Caregiver / Homecare / Home health (Monterey)
offered in person
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Assistant with over 5 years of experience providing high-quality care and support to individuals with diverse needs, including those living with dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, and diabetes. Skilled in administering insulin shots, managing diabetes care, and providing wound care, including cleaning, dressing, and monitoring healing progress. Proficient in assisting with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication management, and mobility assistance. Known for a patient-centered approach, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to foster a supportive and respectful environment. Demonstrates strong organizational abilities and a commitment to enhancing clients’ quality of life through empathetic and professional care.
EXPERIENCE
Caregiver / Personal Care Assistant
Supple Senior Care, LLC (Burlingame, CA), Alegre Home Care (San Francisco, CA), and Private Clients (San Bruno, CA),(San Francisco CA)
(February 2019 – September 2025)
•Supported patients in palliative care and hospice settings, providing compassionate end-of-life care.
•Experience supporting individuals with special needs across different age groups, including teenagers and young adults.
•Assisted individuals with cancer,addressing their physical, emotional, and comfort needs.
•Assisted clients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, ensuring dignity and comfort.
•Provided medication management, including reminders and administering insulin shots for diabetic patients.
•Delivered specialized care to individuals with dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, and diabetes, tailoring approaches to meet unique needs.
•Performed wound care, including cleaning, dressing, and monitoring healing progress.
•Prepared and served meals according to dietary restrictions and preferences, promoting nutrition and overall well-being.
•Assisted with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety and comfort during movement and physical therapy exercises.
•Accompanied clients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering independence and community engagement.
•Maintained accurate records of care and promptly communicated health concerns to families and healthcare professionals.
•Provided companionship and emotional support, building trusting relationships with clients and their families.
•Performed light housekeeping tasks, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for clients.
EDUCATION
City College, San Francisco, CA
High School Equivalency Diploma, 2022
CERTIFICATIONS
• CPR and First Aid
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• HCP – CPR (Adult / Child / Infant / Choking)
• Safety Precautions & Falls Prevention
• Infection Control: Bloodborne Pathogens and Infectious Disease Prevention
• Assisting with Bathing and Personal Hygiene
• Maintaining a Clean & Healthy Environment
• Workplace Violence Prevention
• Home Care Aide Registration Approval
• Certified Caregiver
• Liability insurance
LANGUAGE
• English: Fluent
• Portuguese: Fluent
• Spanish: Intermediate
REFERENCES
Available upon request