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Lorrain Martinez

Phoenix

Summary

Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Esperanza Nursing Home, adept in Alzheimer's care and providing emotional support. Excelled in enhancing patient quality of life through compassionate, attentive care, and effective chronic illness management. Demonstrated a 30% improvement in client well-being through tailored nutrition and exercise plans. Skilled in clear communication and patient documentation, fostering trust and dignity in care environments.

Overview

2018
2018
years of professional experience

Work History

Live-In Caregiver

Filemon Martinez
  • Maintained a clean, safe living environment for clients by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing household items.
  • Enhanced nutritional intake of clients by preparing healthy meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences.
  • Promoted clients'' physical and mental health by engaging them in appropriate exercises and recreational activities
  • Established trust with clients and their families through effective communication, empathy, and professionalism.
  • Transported clients to medical appointments or social engagements as needed while prioritizing safety during travel.
  • Managed challenging behaviors or special needs effectively using patience, understanding, and behavioral interventions when necessary.
  • Implemented strategies for fall prevention in the home environment to minimize injury risk for elderly or disabled clients.
  • Enhanced clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Supported clients in maintaining independence by assisting with daily activities such as personal grooming, mobility, and meal preparation.
  • Facilitated open communication between client families and healthcare providers regarding updates on client progress or changes in care.
  • Contributed to a positive living environment by fostering a sense of companionship and socialization for the client.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

At Home Caregiver

Family Members
02.2014 - 04.2017
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care delivery tailored to each client''s needs.
  • Implemented prescribed exercise routines under healthcare professional guidance to improve physical strength and mobility.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress and changes in condition to facilitate informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills, fostering a positive caregiving atmosphere.
  • Developed personalized meal plans catering to dietary restrictions while promoting balanced nutrition.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and transferring for improved comfort and independence.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living environment for clients.
  • Managed medication schedules and administration, ensuring accurate dosages and timely intake for optimal health outcomes.
  • Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved ones'' ongoing needs at home after transitioning from caregiver services.
  • Coordinated respite care for families needing temporary relief from full-time caregiving duties without compromising client wellbeing.
  • Strengthened client-coping abilities through emotional support during challenging life transitions or chronic illness periods.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.

CNA

Esperanza Nursing Home
01.1994 - 07.1999
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

South Mountain High School
7th St. Roeser Rd.
05.1985

Skills

  • Alzheimer's care
  • Bathing assistance
  • Grooming assistance
  • Dementia care
  • Emotional support
  • Physical therapy support
  • Patience and empathy
  • Disability support
  • Chronic illness management
  • Meal preparation
  • Housekeeping duties
  • Mobility support
  • Client transportation
  • Nutrition
  • Hygiene assistance
  • Toileting assistance
  • Personal care assistance
  • Cooking meals
  • Decision-making
  • Clear communication
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication administration
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Wound care maintenance
  • Personal care worker
  • Injury prevention
  • Errands
  • CPR/AED
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Personal oxygen delivery

Timeline

At Home Caregiver

Family Members
02.2014 - 04.2017

CNA

Esperanza Nursing Home
01.1994 - 07.1999

Live-In Caregiver

Filemon Martinez

High School Diploma - General Studies

South Mountain High School

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