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Melisande S.

Melisande S.

$20.00 / hr

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

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About Melisande

I am a licensed Caregiver and Administrator/ Manager for 18 years and it gave me knowledge and a lot of experience to the aging process, physical limitations, and special needs of the elderly. I developed the importance and techniques of personal care services, including, but not limited to: bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting, and universal precautions. I protect and respect Residents' rights and personal rights (the rights themselves have been updated for 2015). I am trained on Medication policies and procedures and management / administration. I do encourage Psychosocial needs of the elderly (e.g. recreation, companionship, independence, etc.) With my experience it gave me knowledge in Recognizing the signs and symptoms of dementia in individuals and how to handle difficult Residents/ Patients. I am trained in Building and fire safety and how to appropriately response to emergencies. I also have CPR and First Aid training. I am also trained for Medication Management and Administration , Dementia and Alzheimer's, Diabetes , colostomy Care, Catheter Care, Palliative and Hospice Care.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Overnight
  • Weekend Live-In
  • Holiday Shifts

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
  • Cardiovascular Disorders
  • COPD
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • Hearing Disorders
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Skin Disorders
  • Stroke
  • Vision and Eye Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Caregiver/Administrator

Jan 2010 - Apr 2016
Astoria Elder Care
- assist 4 Residents for Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, incontinent care, exercise, hydration, oral care etc. - assist in Activity Programs example Bingo, Karaoke, salon day etc - checking daily vitals - updating the primary Doctor/ home health/ hospice for any significant changes or concern as deemed necessary - assist and encouraging residents for social interaction or joining activities - protect and respect Residents Rights - abide and respect policies and procedures - respect fellow co- workers / co- caregivers - housekeeping - laundry - meal preparation - protect and respect Residents Rights - medication Management and administration
Jan 2010 - Apr 2016

Care and Compliance,LLC

Jan 2009 - Jan 2016
Jan 2009 - Jan 2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Jun 2007 - Jul 2009
Heritage Park Nursing Rehab Center
- assist Patients for Activities of Daily Living in Nursing Rehab Center such as bathing, incontinent care, exercise, hydration, oral care etc. - assist in Activity Programs example Bingo, Karaoke, salon day etc - checking daily vitals - updating the charge nurse for any significant changes or concern as deemed necessary - assist and encouraging residents for social interaction or joining activities - protect and respect Patients Rights - abide and respect policies and procedures of Heritage Nursing Rehab Center - respect fellow co- nurses or co- workers
Jun 2007 - Jul 2009

JMPM Administrator Licensing School/ Diamond Bar,CA

Jan 2008 - Jan 2009
Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

American Red Cross/ San Bernardino,CA

Jan 2008 - Jan 2008
Jan 2008 - Jan 2008

Caregiver/ Manager

Sep 2005 - Apr 2007
Los Osos Residential Care Home
- assist 6 Residents for Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, incontinent care, exercise, hydration, oral care etc. - assist in Activity Programs example Bingo, Karaoke, salon day etc - checking daily vitals - updating the primary Doctor/ home health/ hospice for any significant changes or concern as deemed necessary - assist and encouraging residents for social interaction or joining activities - housekeeping - laundry - meal preparation - protect and respect Residents Rights - medication Management and administration
Sep 2005 - Apr 2007

Care and Compliance, LLC/ San Luis Obispo, CA

Jan 2005 - Jan 2007
Jan 2005 - Jan 2007

Caregiver / Manager #06543

Jul 1999 - Sep 2005
Dayspring Adult Care Home
- assist 6 Residents for Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, incontinent care, exercise, hydration, oral care etc. - assist in Activity Programs example Bingo, Karaoke, salon day etc - checking daily vitals - updating the primary Doctor/ home health/ hospice for any significant changes or concern as deemed necessary - assist and encouraging residents for social interaction or joining activities - housekeeping - laundry - meal preparation - protect and respect Residents Rights - medication Management and administration
Jul 1999 - Sep 2005

Rose Managerial Training School/ Chandler, Arizona

Jan 1999 - Jan 2005
Jan 1999 - Jan 2005
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