Mark Lois De Jesus
Northridge
Summary
Dedicated Caregiver with extensive experience at Therapeutic Living Centers for the Blind, excelling in patient care and emotional support. Leveraged problem-solving and adaptability to enhance quality of life for clients, achieving notable improvements in their well-being. Skilled in medical record-keeping and providing compassionate, respectful assistance, consistently fostering trust and strong patient relationships.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Therapeutic Living Centers for the Blind
06.2018 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- 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 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.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cleveland Charter High School
Reseda, CA07.2018
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Patient care
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping
- Meal preparation
- First aid and safety
- Medical record-keeping
- Direct patient care
- Documentation
- Mobility assistance
- Heavy lifting
- ADL assistance
- Incident reporting
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Safety awareness
- Autism support
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Caregiver
Therapeutic Living Centers for the Blind
06.2018 - Current
CPR
High School Diploma -
Cleveland Charter High School
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