DESIREE TORRES
Modesto
Summary
Experienced with providing compassionate care and support to individuals with diverse needs. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to enhance patient well-being. Track record of building trusting relationships and adapting to changing care requirements. I'm motivated and ready to face new challenges and master new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
Sales Team Member
Michaels Stores Inc
09.2022 - Current
- Operate cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Maintain clean sales floor and straighten and face merchandise.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
Retail Sales Associate
Ricardo's Tailoring
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Balance and organized cash register by handling cash and counting.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Answer phones, fax and file.
- Maintain clean sales floor and straighten and face merchandise.
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent product knowledge and timely assistance on the sales floor.
Education
CERTIFIED PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN -
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Manteca, CA10-2024
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER - CPR & AED
American Heart Association
09-2024
AA - Natural Sciences
MODESTO JUNIOR COLLEGE
Modesto, CA05.2024
DIAPLOMA -
JOSEPH GREGORI HIGH SCHOOL
05.2022
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Compassionate client care
- Daily living assistance
- Work ethic and integrity
- Time management skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Team collaboration
- Sample and specimen collection
- HIPAA compliance
- Data entry
- Specimen handling
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
Timeline
Private Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
01.2025 - Current
Sales Team Member
Michaels Stores Inc
09.2022 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Ricardo's Tailoring
08.2021 - 09.2022
DIAPLOMA -
JOSEPH GREGORI HIGH SCHOOL
CERTIFIED PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN -
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT PROVIDER - CPR & AED
American Heart Association
AA - Natural Sciences
MODESTO JUNIOR COLLEGE
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