Cristol Serrano
Whittier
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Loving Homecare, skilled in providing compassionate care and ensuring patient dignity. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through effective communication and personalized support. Strong time management and problem-solving skills, committed to maintaining a safe environment and promoting independence in daily living activities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Loving Homecare
11.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored clients' health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Learned and implemented best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Adapted to changing client needs, demonstrating flexibility in caregiving approaches.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Caregiver
Moms Home Care
02.2015 - 09.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Barlow Respiratory Hospital
03.2015 - 12.2018
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in daily patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety for all individuals.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Medical Center
12.2013 - 12.2016
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Education
Vocational Training - Nursing Administration
Marian College
Los Angeles, CA09.2009
General Studies
St Marys Academy
Inglewood, CA06.2005
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Patient care
- Dependable and responsible
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
Loving Homecare
11.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Barlow Respiratory Hospital
03.2015 - 12.2018
Caregiver
Moms Home Care
02.2015 - 09.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Medical Center
12.2013 - 12.2016
Vocational Training - Nursing Administration
Marian College
General Studies
St Marys Academy
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