Maria Cartago

Personal Assistant

Community Connection Supportive Living

10.2007 - Current

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.
Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
Supported clients'' mental health by actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate companionship during challenging times.
Ensured timely medication administration, managing accurate records of dosages and schedules for multiple clients.
Managed household chores efficiently, enabling clients to enjoy a clean living space without added stress or physical strain.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Assisted clients with meal planning and preparation, taking into consideration dietary restrictions and preferences for optimal nutrition.