Caren Ortuno Arellano
Anaheim
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at IHSS, excelling in client-focused care, and effective communication. Proficient in medication administration and vital signs monitoring. I consistently enhance patient well-being while ensuring compliance with care plans. Committed to delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments. I am a kind caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments and coordinating household support. A very dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
DD's Discounts
Garden Grove
12.2020 - Current
- Courteously greeted customers and efficiently process transactions within busy, fast-paced retail environments.
- Assisted with store stocking, floor-sets and opening/closing procedures.
- Responded to service inquiries and coordinates resolutions with management and floor associates.
- Operated cash register, scanners and computers to itemize and total customer purchases; collected payments and made changes for cash transactions; balanced drawer at the end of each shift.
- Recommended, selected, and helped locate or obtain merchandise to customers.
- Put up signage regarding promotions, changes to store regulations, etc.
Caregiver
IHSS
Anaheim
03.2018 - Current
- Provided daily personal care and support for clients' hygiene and mobility needs.
- Assisted clients with meal preparation and dietary planning based on individual needs.
- Monitored clients' health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments and social activities.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Documented client care activities in compliance with agency policies and regulations.
- Collaborated with family members to ensure continuity of care and support services.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
Education
Medical Assistant -
UEI College
Garden Grove, CA08-2020
Health Administration
Cypress College
Cypress, CASkills
- Vital signs and measurements
- Medication administration
- Medical asepsis and sterilization
- Specimen labeling
- EKGs
- Taking vital signs
- Specimen handling
- Taking medical history and assisting with patient forms
- Basic surgery setup and patient preparation
- OSHA guidelines
- Medical terminology
- Patient identification
- Patient-focused care
- CPR
- OB/GYN procedures
- Direct patient care
- Effective communication
- Client documentation
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Cashier
DD's Discounts
12.2020 - Current
Caregiver
IHSS
03.2018 - Current
Medical Assistant -
UEI College
Health Administration
Cypress College