Kimberly Sahagun
Salinas
Summary
Compassionate Caregiver with solid background in providing support and assistance to senior citizens. Demonstrates strong skills in administering medication, preparing nutritious meals, and coordinating recreational activities for emotional wellness. Known for fostering respectful relationships with elderly clients while ensuring safety and comfort. Proven ability to maintain clean living environment which led to improved health outcomes in previous roles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
Patricia
Salinas
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Ensured safety of clients in their home environment by using appropriate equipment and techniques.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties including laundry, cleaning and meal preparation for clients.
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Assessed client's needs and developed individual care plans accordingly.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments or other necessary outings.
- Developed strong relationships with clients based on trust and respect.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium, and high protein diets.
Elderly Caregiver
Concepcion
Salinas
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Assist with daily activities, including personal hygiene, meals, and medication administration
- Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Providing emotional support and encouragement and companionship
- Helping with getting in and out of bed, transferring to a wheelchair, and walking
- Monitor and report changes in health or behavior
- Preparing meals, ensuring a balanced diet, and addressing dietary restrictions.
- Cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, and managing other household chores.
Elderly Caregiver
Tom
Marina
05.2016 - 11.2019
- Monitor vital signs, observe changes in the patient's condition, and report any concerns to medical professionals.
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment is vital for the well-being of the patient.
- Accompanying to medical appointments and errands
Elderly Caregiver
Hortencia
Salinas
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Make sure the home is accessible and safe for the patient to move around, especially with assistive devices like walkers or canes.
- Have on hand any necessary medical supplies like ice packs, pain medication, and wound care supplies.
- Attend pre-operative meetings with the surgeon to understand the recovery process and what to expect after surgery.
- Arrange for physical therapy appointments and transportation to and from these appointments.
- Plan for easy-to-prepare meals that are nutritious and healthy for the patient.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Salinas
Salinas, CA05-2010
Skills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Medication administration
- Meal preparation
- Health monitoring
- Personal care
- Housekeeping duties
- Companionship provision
- Transportation assistance
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Empathy and patience
- Patient care
- Bathing assistance
- Dementia care
- Friendly and outgoing
- Feeding assistance
- Housekeeping
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
Patricia
07.2024 - 02.2025
Elderly Caregiver
Concepcion
08.2023 - 01.2025
Elderly Caregiver
Hortencia
05.2019 - 08.2019
Elderly Caregiver
Tom
05.2016 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
North Salinas