Cynthia P.

About Cynthia

Until recently, being a caregiver had not really been a conscious choice as a career because in some fashion or another; I have been a caregiver for the majority of my life. There have been positions that have had monetary compensation, such as my current position, while some positions have been on a volunteer basis. An example of volunteer caregiving was when a friend of mine had back surgery, a few years ago. For several weeks, I assisted her with the majority of her activities of daily living such as: bathing, ambulating, housekeeping, meal preparation as well as transporting her to medical appointments and communicating on her behalf with her medical providers. I enjoy people. Being a caregiver is a win-win situation, where I am providing a service and have opportunity to meet new people. I have the ability to provide quality companionship and caregiving regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or orientation. I take pride in maintaining a clean and safe environment for my clients and will perform light housekeeping duties. Caregiving provides me with the satisfaction of making a positive difference. Helping someone to walk after a surgery, assisting with range of motion exercises, or simply playing cards with my client; these examples are just a few ways that I can show compassion and caring for others. These accomplishments are examples of what makes me feel successful at the end of the day. The personal achievement that I am most proud of is earning my Bache

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Experience & Education

Caregiver/Companion

Sep 2009 - Jan 2015

Vernon Davis

• Coordinates patient care by pro-actively managing the patients’ medical and psychosocial appointments with several medical care providers. This includes transporting patient and attending all appointments. • Maintains effective communication between patient and health care providers. Advocates for patient with needed. Maintains medication chart, vitals chart, general calendar, and provides medication reminders. • Provides meal-planning and preparation. Monitors food expiration. • Transports patient to complete weekly errands. Engages in activities and provides companionship. Performs weekly light housekeeping duties

Sep 2009 - Jan 2015

Deli Clerk

Aug 2012 - Jan 2015

WinCo Foods

• Provides excellent customer service skills while providing information about the departments products through sampling and sharing product knowledge • Prepares, slices, wraps, weighs, and merchandises the products of the department. Utilizes equipment such as: fryers, ovens, slicers, and knives. • Cleans and sanitizes work area continually while complying with company and county food service requirements.

Aug 2012 - Jan 2015

Brandman University

Jan 2011 - Apr 2014

Jan 2011 - Apr 2014

Victor Valley College

Jan 2010 - Jun 2011

Jan 2010 - Jun 2011

Food & Beverage Manager

Mar 2007 - Oct 2007

Best Western/Big Bear Chateau

• Elevated gross sales by 32% within the first six months while improving the guest-satisfaction index from 79% to 91% as F& B Manager. • Developed a consistent standard of operation for front of the house as well as back of the house. • Reduced staff turnover by 15% in 2008, benchmarking a record-setting improvement in staff retention due to the success of employee-development and morale-building programs. Fostered a positive environment in all areas of the hotel.

Mar 2007 - Oct 2007

Owner/Operator

Dec 2004 - Mar 2007

The Lunch Box

• Preformed all ownership and operating duties required to operate a restaurant business on a small community college. Hired, trained, and directed a staff of up to 18. Provided food service for staff, faculty, and a student base of 2000. Managed sales, P&L, inventory, merchandising, advertising, and cost controls. • Maintained high standards in sanitation and safety and complied with regulatory guidelines within the city, county, and state. • Introduced training programs that enhanced employee performance and helped build a motivated workforce.

Dec 2004 - Mar 2007

Caregiver

Jan 2001 - Dec 2004

Brandi Blunt

• This position varied from on call to just under full time depending on the needs of the client and the client’s family. • Transported client to doctor, therapy, and all appointments related to healthcare. • Maintained high standards in personal, physical, emotional and psychological care. • Monitored medication and assisted with range of motion exercise.

Jan 2001 - Dec 2004

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