Shakera H.

*What are your personality traits or expertise that help you be a great caregiver? Patience. Those who provide home care to others need to be patient. ... Compassion. When someone has compassion for another they have an understanding of what the person is going through. Knowledgeable: We take our time to get to know exactly what our client needs. ... Positive: Everyone knows that a persons mood is infectious. *What do you enjoy most about being a caregiver? I think just meeting peoples' needs. Sometimes it's not a glamorous job but you leave and the people feel like they have been treated with dignity. Their needs are met, they're comfortable or as comfortable as you can help them become. * What do you enjoy most about being a caregiver? Rewarding - Caregiving is an extremely rewarding job. Caregivers take care of our elders, the people who have given so much to this world. Taking care of people is something you can be proud of. ... Some residents become lonely or sad, but a great caregiver can help them change their mood for the better.

I am a California-licensed Registered Nurse for almost three years now. My 20-year experience, as a Nurse Supervisor, ER nurse, Staff nurse, Private nurse, Nursing theory and clinical educator and NCLEX-RN reviewer, was mostly in the Philippines. I am proficient in English and computer literate. I am a patient person, capable and able to work under pressure whether independently or as a team member. I like writing short stories, poems, reading, solving crossword puzzles, listening to music, watch good movies on Netflix or TV, traveling when schedule allows it, and do volunteer work through organizations (alma mater, community, church). I like taking care of people. It makes me happy to see them happy. My patients were not just other people. I consider them my family who need my care, attention and love. I adjust to what's the best nursing interventions and approach for them. I always put my patient's and mine's safety and well-being first and foremost. Care is individualized. For me, nursing isn't just a job. It's a vocation. Seeing my patient smiles and comfortable is a reward for me. It always makes me proud when my patient or his/her family appreciates my work especially when I received short notes and messages from them telling me " ... We thank you for not only caring for our mother from a medical perspective, but more importantly, loving her in a very personal and heartfelt manner. We are forever grateful to you. May God bless you and keep you safe."