Erika Guido
Aptos
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Oak Tree Villa Assisted Living, skilled in developing personalized care plans and enhancing client independence. Recognized for compassionate communication and effective problem-solving, ensuring safety and well-being. Proven ability to train new staff and implement safety protocols, fostering a supportive environment for residents.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
In-home Supportive Services
Santa Cruz, CA
11.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to create personalized care plans for each resident.
- Implemented activities tailored to residents' interests, promoting social interaction and well-being.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of living spaces, contributing to a safe environment.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Caregiver
Oak Tree Villa Assisted Living
Scotts Valley, CA
04.2006 - 01.2011
- Provided compassionate personal care and assistance to clients in daily living.
- Monitored client health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Trained and mentored new caregivers on best practices and company policies.
- Implemented safety protocols to enhance client well-being and prevent accidents.
- Facilitated engaging activities that promoted social interaction and mental stimulation for clients.
- Evaluated service delivery effectiveness, making recommendations for process improvements as needed.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plans for each client, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
Santa Cruz, CA
05.2013 - 2014
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and independence.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules, ensuring compliance and safety.
- Monitored resident health status, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Developed strong relationships with residents, improving overall morale and engagement.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Education
GED -
Dewitt Anderson
Santa Cruz, CA06.2004
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Strong ethics
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Compassionate care
- Flexible schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Patient companionship
- Dementia care
- Compassionate communication
- Personal hygiene assistance
- First aid and safety
- Alzheimer's care
- Mobility assistance
- Heavy lifting
- ADL assistance
- Incident reporting
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safety awareness
- Fast learner
- Hospice care experience
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Caregiver
In-home Supportive Services
11.2016 - Current
Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
05.2013 - 2014
Caregiver
Oak Tree Villa Assisted Living
04.2006 - 01.2011
GED -
Dewitt Anderson