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Valentina Jerez

St. Catharines,ON

Summary

Compassionate caregiver with hands-on experience in attending to patient needs in residential and hospital settings. Skilled in administering medication, managing schedules, and maintaining clean living environments for patients. Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful relationships with patients, ensuring comfort and enhancing quality of life. Previous work resulted in significant improvements in patient well-being and satisfaction.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver/ PSW

BeHome Nursing
St. Catharines, ON
04.2025 - Current
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.

Caregiver/PSW

Nurse Next Door
St. Catharines, ON
07.2022 - 04.2024
  • Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Accompanied clients to medical appointments and monitored vital signs.
  • Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medical Science

Brock University
St. Catharines
06-2021

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Meal preparation
  • Mobility assistance
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Health education
  • Patient care and companionship
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Lifting and transferring
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • First aid and safety
  • Problem-solving
  • Flexible schedule
  • Hoyer lifting equipment
  • Direct patient care
  • ADL assistance
  • Client transportation
  • Physical therapy support

Certification

  • CPR- First Aid certificate at Brock university
  • Vulnerable Sector Police check

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Limited
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Caregiver/ PSW

BeHome Nursing
04.2025 - Current

Caregiver/PSW

Nurse Next Door
07.2022 - 04.2024

Bachelor of Science - Medical Science

Brock University

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