MARIELENA ORNELAS
Sacramento, CA · 916-***-****
*********@*****.***
Empathetic Care Worker, sensitive and compassionate in developing trusting relationships with patients. Committed to providing reliable care. Experience in school, hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
EXPERIENCE
9/2023 – PRESENT
BEHAVIORAL SPECIALIST, PROCARE THERAPY
-Quickly identified problematic changes in students’ behavior and progress, by closely monitoring and keeping detailed records.
-Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
-Worked with level 4 ASD students to provide emotional support and closely monitor potentially dangerous changes to behavior.
-Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness as appropriately necessary.
2/2005 – 12/2022
IN HOME CARE WORKER, IN-HOME SUPPORT SERVICES
-Full-time in-home care worker.
-Oversaw medication administration and all doctors’ appointments.
-Turned and positioned bedbound patient to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
-Monitored vital signs: pulse, heart, and oxygen.
-Administered G-J tube feedings in proper doses and on time.
-Remained alert to problems or health issues and completely responded.
-Kept inventory of medical supplies and stocked necessities.
-Cleaned and sanitized area of care and medical supplies.
-Completed full hygiene care: diaper changes, baths, dressed, etc.
-Monitored lab results and communicated with doctors to discuss proper care.
-Oversaw the care of the patient when other care takers were assigned.
DATES FROM – TO
JOB TITLE, COMPANY
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EDUCATION
MONTH YEAR
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, SCHOOL
SKILLS
Administer Medication
Ventilator Support
Trach Care
Suctioning Care
G-J Tube Feedings
Supplemental Oxygen
Sanitation Prep
Would Care Maintenance
Meeting Planning
Schedule Management
Hygiene/Personal Care
Respiratory Care
Patient Transport
Patient Lifting
Fluent: Spanish
Strong Work Ethic
Effective Communication
Safety Training
Relationship Building
Problem Resolution
Activity Coordination
Behavioral Improvements / Guidance
Report Writing
ACTIVITIES
Volunteer caretaker for family friends and elders in need of special care. Provide medical transportation and translation services free of charge.