Sophia Fimbres
Imperial
Summary
Diligent healthcare professional with a practical approach to delivering patient care and ensuring optimal recovery. Combines strong clinical skills in administering medication and monitoring vital signs with a persistent dedication to patient education and support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IHSS Care Provider
Imperial County
03.2020 - Current
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for clients in their homes.
- Educated families about safety precautions for the disabled or elderly at home.
- Provided assistance with mobility issues, including walking, and transfers from bed to wheelchair and chair.
- Monitored medication schedules and administered medications as needed.
- Transported clients to medical appointments and social events.
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, and toileting.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
LVN Nursing Student
Imperial Valley College
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided direct patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and providing wound care
- Assisted in the admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Administered medications when necessary, under the direction of a registered nurse.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques such as medication administration, nutrition management, and disease prevention strategies.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Provided pre- and post-operative nursing care..
- Collected blood, urine, and sputum specimens from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
Behavior Interventionist
360 Behavioral Health
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing, and other effective strategies.
- Developed intervention plans based on established guidelines and individual needs.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Met with parents to establish goals for students in the intervention program.
- Created positive learning environments by reinforcing appropriate behaviors and implementing behavior modification techniques.
- Utilized verbal de-escalation techniques when managing aggressive or disruptive behaviors.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Vocational
Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA06-2025
Associate of Science -
Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA02-2021
High School Diploma -
Robert Morales
Calexico, CA06-2011
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Clinical assessments
- Patient education
- Emotional support
- Charting and documentation
- Excellent communication skills
- Bilingual, Spanish, and English
- Dressing assistance
Certification
- IV Therapy and Blood Withdraw Certificate
- Nonviolent Crisis Prevention & Intervention Training
- Phlebotomy Certificate
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LVN Nursing Student
Imperial Valley College
01.2024 - 06.2025
Behavior Interventionist
360 Behavioral Health
04.2023 - 12.2023
IHSS Care Provider
Imperial County
03.2020 - Current
Associate of Science -
Imperial Valley College
Associate of Science - Nursing Vocational
Imperial Valley College
High School Diploma -
Robert Morales