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Michael D.

Michael D.

$15.00 / hr

Atlanta, GA

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About Michael

I am currently a nursing student and a PCT at Shepherd Center Hospital. I enjoying taking care of people especially those who need it most. I'm caring and compassionate which I think is key to being a successful care giver. Completing my bachelors degree in health science and going back to school to become an RN. I have A 3 month old and in my spare time I work out a lot and fish as well.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Transportation
  • Housekeeping

Job Interests

    Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

    Skills & Expertise

    • ALS
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Blood Disorders
    • Cancer Recovery
    • Cardiovascular Disorders
    • Diabetes
    • Gastrointestinal Disorders
    • HIV/AIDS
    • Hospice Care
    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • Neurological Disorders
    • Orthopedic Care
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Post Surgery Recovery
    • Renal and Urological Disorders
    • Respiratory Disorders
    • Skin Disorders
    • Stroke
    • Senior Care
    • Elder Care
    • Home Care

    Languages

    • English

    Experience & Education

    PCT Patient Care Tech

    Oct 2012 - Sep 2014
    Shepherd Center Hospital
    • Worked alongside doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide direct patient care in the Spinal Cord Injury Unit. • Which included but not limited to assisting patients with eating, getting out of bed, taking a bath, and brushing their teeth and hair. Digital bowel stimulation, positioning in bed, assisting in coughing. • Many patients were paralyzed to some degree which included using many different assistive technologies to maintain a world recognized rehabilitation program. Checked vital signs, performed CPR and First Aid, and assist in medical examinations, performing electrocardiograms (EKGs), basic laboratory procedures, and phlebotomy. • Cleaned Rooms, collect specimens, chest tube setups, clinitech documentation and collection/change of sharp boxes and O2. Decontamination procedures EKG’s, Assist with O2 delivery, Clean Instruments and Post-Mortem Care. Copy charts for admissions and splint assistance.
    Oct 2012 - Sep 2014

    Columbus State University

    Aug 2007 - Aug 2011
    Aug 2007 - Aug 2011
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