Jessica Galindo
Phoenix
Summary
Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness, and happiness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Home Health Care Assistant
First Light Home Care
Phoenix
03.2017 - 05.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored clients' health conditions and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' well-being.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and services provided.
- Coordinated with family members and healthcare teams to ensure client needs were met.
- Managed medication schedules and ensured proper administration for clients.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other errands.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Assisted with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Prepared meals based on prescribed diets.
- Observed proper body mechanics when transferring patients from bed-to-chair or wheelchair-to-bed.
- Provided emotional support to clients facing difficult life transitions.
- Ensured patient safety by monitoring vital signs and providing fall prevention techniques.
- Carried out doctor's orders precisely following written instructions accurately.
- Provided personal care and companionship to elderly patients in their homes.
- Maintained client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Group Home Manager
Chandler Gilbert arc
Chandler
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Supervised daily operations ensuring compliance with care standards.
- Managed staff schedules and training programs for team development.
- Coordinated resident activities fostering community engagement and support.
- Led team meetings to discuss resident needs and care strategies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of resident progress and incidents.
- Planned weekly menus based on nutritional requirements of each resident and maintained food inventory levels accordingly.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations by implementing safety measures when needed.
- Ensured that all necessary safety protocols were followed while providing care in the home environment.
Home Health Aide
El dorado home health
Sun City
09.2011 - 04.2015
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored patient health status and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Administered medications as prescribed, following proper protocols.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care and activities performed.
- Collaborated with family members to address client needs and preferences.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
Housekeeping Supervisor
Mesa art center
Mesa
12.2010 - 04.2013
- Supervised cleaning staff to maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Trained new team members on proper housekeeping techniques and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with cleanliness regulations.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment for efficiency.
- Resolved guest concerns related to housekeeping services promptly and professionally.
- Created schedules, shift reports and other business documentation to coordinate housekeeping needs.
Education
Westwood High School
Mesa, ArizonaSkills
- Patient monitoring
- Medication management
- Personal care assistance
- Alzheimer’s/dementia
Languages
Spanish, English
Elementary
Timeline
Home Health Care Assistant
First Light Home Care
03.2017 - 05.2025
Group Home Manager
Chandler Gilbert arc
11.2015 - 01.2017
Home Health Aide
El dorado home health
09.2011 - 04.2015
Housekeeping Supervisor
Mesa art center
12.2010 - 04.2013
Westwood High School