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Heather S., Care Companion in Chicago, IL 60620 with 15 years paid experience

Heather S. Care Companion in Chicago, IL 60620

Looking for full-time work as a care companion.

  • First aid certification

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    First aid certification

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    CPR certification

Chicago, IL

15 years paid experience

Last signed in: More than 6 months

Home Care Rates $17 per hour
$12 per half day
$150 per full day
$735 per week
$2940 per month

Heather’s Bio

I have been a care giver fifth teen plus years.Working with the mentally challenge,hospice and handicapped of all ages.Some background experiences.ADL,ROT,breathing treatments,gate belt,standby assistance,seizures,transfers,toileting,cooking,light housekeeping,wound care and insulin. Observing and reporting the general well-being of the person or persons to whom I am providing care.Here are a few illness that I have encountered.Alzheimer's,Cancer,dementia,parkinson,paraplegic and macular degeneration.Capable to problem solve without monitoring and a quick study.I consider this line of work rewarding ,gratifying,and important. Bring cheer and comfort helping others live a healthy satisfying life.Certificate of Completion Alzheimer's Care.

Experience

Age Specific Experience

15 years paid experience with:

  • Under 55 years old
  • 55 to 64 years old
  • 65 to 74 years old
  • 75 to 84 years old
  • Over 85 years old

Experience with providing basic care services:

  • Conversation and companionship
  • Safety supervision
  • Meal preparation
  • Medication reminders
  • Social activities
  • Light housekeeping
  • Exercise/Physical activities
  • Laundry and linen changes
  • Shopping
  • Mobility assistance

Experience with providing personal care services:

  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Grooming
  • Feeding and special diet
  • Toileting

Experience with providing individualized services:

  • Medication Administration
  • Medication Assistance
  • Medication Management
  • Grooming Guidance
  • Assistance with Pets
  • Meal Planning

Experience with providing health & medical services:

  • Wound Care
  • Pain Management
  • Diabetic Care

Availability & Job Preferences

Availability Duration

Prefers to work as a live in care provider

  • Short term (1 to 3 months)
  • Temporary (4 to 12 months)
  • Permanent (1 to 2 years)
  • Permanent (2 or more years)
  • On call (as needed)

Job Duration

  • Willing to consider a full time position
  • Start date is flexible

Availability

My availability is valid through 4/30/14

  • Open (all day, everyday)

Skills & Abilities

Languages Spoken

  • English

References

Stephen W. is a reference for Heather S. Relationship: Former Employer
Cathy H. is a reference for Heather S. Relationship: Former Employer
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Heather S.
Heather S.
Chicago, IL 60620
15

years experience

Home Care Rates $17 per hour
$12 per half day
$150 per full day
$735 per week
$2940 per month

  • Basic background check

  • First aid training

  • CPR certification

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