Brenda Gonzalez
Hemet
Summary
Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support, and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Desert Hills Memory Care
Hemet
08.2021 - 04.2025
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Home Health Aide
Amy Spellman
Temecula
01.2019 - 08.2021
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.
- Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients.
- Reported any changes in the client's physical or emotional condition to supervisor immediately.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
Care Giver
Christmas cottage
Hemet
05.2016 - 05.2019
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- 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.
Assistant Store Manager
Dollar Tree Stores
El Sereno
08.2012 - 05.2016
- Coordinated with vendors to secure product availability at competitive prices.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, stock levels and employee performance metrics.
- Monitored sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.
- Supervised a team of employees and provided ongoing training to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Developed an effective system for tracking inventory levels, ensuring stock is available when needed.
- Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner and addressed any issues that may arise during store hours.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations throughout the store premises.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
- Trained new employees on store policies, procedures and customer service standards.
- Managed day-to-day operations including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks.
Education
GED -
Baldwin Park Adult School
Saint Gabriel, CA08-2013
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Client documentation
- Activity planning
- Safety protocols
- Health monitoring
- Emotional support
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Companionship provision
- Public speaking
- Relationship building
- Transportation services
- Behavioral management
- First aid and safety
- Housekeeping tasks
- Empathetic listening
- Stress management
Timeline
Caregiver
Desert Hills Memory Care
08.2021 - 04.2025
Home Health Aide
Amy Spellman
01.2019 - 08.2021
Care Giver
Christmas cottage
05.2016 - 05.2019
Assistant Store Manager
Dollar Tree Stores
08.2012 - 05.2016
GED -
Baldwin Park Adult School