Glenda Almazan
Ontario
Summary
Devoted to client physical comfort and emotional support. Compassionate and Empathetic Care Giver with a gentle touch and and caring attitude, treating every client with dignity and respect. Experienced non medical care provider with 20 years of in home care experience. Friendly, personable and reliable with a keen eye for detail.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Seniors Helper
Montclair
02.2018 - 10.2024
- Providing bathing and dressing assistance
- Assisting with transfer and mobility
- Maintained accurate care records and promptly reported changes to nursing team for effective patient management.
- Encouraged socialization and facilitated participation in community activities to enhance patient engagement and quality of life.
- Following patient care plan
- Communicating with families, co-workers and supervisors regarding care
- Performed light housekeeping duties, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patient well-being.
- Executed shopping tasks and ran errands to meet household needs.
- Maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment
Med Tech/Resident Assistant
Hillcrest Assisted Living
Mountain
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Responsible for documenting, delivering and administering medicines to residents as prescribed by physician(s) with superior service and in accordance with all policies, procedures by the State.
- Assist residents with their daily medications, treatments and resident care in accordance to policy and procedures.
- Observe, verify and document that medication is ingested or applied as directed by the physician.
- Notify supervisor if prescribed medication is not administered according to directions.
- Maintain accurate, complete and confidential records on resident medication and care within my shift
- Coordinate medication services with resident, pharmacy and physician(s) and verifying dosage with physician prior dispensing.
- Track all orders for medication changes and/or refills - prepare medications for distribution
- Participate in and complete narcotic counts at the beginning and end of shift, reporting any discrepancies to supervisor
Care Giver
Krista Kare
Alhambra
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Transporting clients to and from appointments, errands, activities, etc.
- Medication reminder
- Prepare or cook meals
- Performing light housekeeping duties (e.g., keeping room clean, laundry)
- Providing bathing and dressing assistance
- Keeping proper care records and reporting changes to nursing team
- Assisting with transfer and mobility
- Shopping and running errands
- Maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment
Caregiver
Visiting Angels
Glendora
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided care and support to clients diagnosed with dementia and Parkinson's disease.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene tasks such as tooth brushing, bathing, grooming, and toileting.
- Assisted clients with personal tasks like dressing and walking.
- Assisted clients with limited physical abilities or dementia with activities of daily living
- Transport clients to and from appointments, shopping, and other activities.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to strict dietary guidelines.
- Monitored clients' daily activities, nutrition, and health records to ensure well-being.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized client environment to ensure comfort and well-being.
- Developed strong bonds with clients in order to provide emotional support and companionship.
In Home Caregiver
Right At Home
Rancho Cucamonga
11.2017 - 11.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living needs such as bathing and personal grooming to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene tasks such as tooth brushing, bathing, grooming, and toileting.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional goals and support wellness goals.
- Collaborated with medical personnel, including visiting nurse, wound nurse, hospice staff, and physical therapists, to support comprehensive care.
- Performed household tasks such as laundry, dusting, dishwashing, and vacuuming to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
- Transported clients to various medical and hair appointments to ensure timely access to necessary services.
- Reminded clients to take medications on schedule.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
Medical School of Maryland
Silver Spring, MDSkills
- Patient care
- Dementia Care
- Medication administration
- Health Assessments
- Medical documentation
- Medical Records
- Safety Monitoring
- Meal Preparation
- Meal planning
- Personal Safety
- Patient Advocacy
- Flexible availability
Certification
- Certified Medication Technician
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Care Giver
Krista Kare
12.2022 - 12.2023
Med Tech/Resident Assistant
Hillcrest Assisted Living
01.2022 - 02.2024
Caregiver
Visiting Angels
01.2021 - 02.2023
Caregiver
Seniors Helper
02.2018 - 10.2024
In Home Caregiver
Right At Home
11.2017 - 11.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Law Enforcement
Medical School of Maryland