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Ruth S.

Ruth S.

$18.00 / hr

Los Angeles, CA

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About Ruth

I became a caregiver because I am concerned about the elderly. I am a conscientious, dedicated, caring and compassionate healthcare professional.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Exercise
  • Companionship

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • Short Term
  • Overnight

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

Skills & Expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Arthritis
  • Blood Disorders
  • Cancer Recovery
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Hearing Disorders
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Vision and Eye Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Registered Nurse

May 2013 - Present
Retired Registered Nurse
I am a retired Registered Nurse (RN) and worked as a charge nurse for the Veterans Administration (VA) for thirty years in Chicago Illinois, West Los Angeles and Northridge California. Upon retiring from the government, I worked as a Nurse Coordinator for Delta Head Start State Preschool in Los Angeles for an additional twelve years. Currently, I work as a caregiver for the elderly providing in-home patient care.
May 2013 - Present

Provident Hospital School of Nursing

Jan 1957 - Jan 1960
Chicago, IL
Jan 1957 - Jan 1960
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