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Heather J.

Heather J.

$16.00 / hr

Bradenton, FL

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About Heather

I have been and worked as a CNA since I was 18 , Well over 20 yrs experience. I was born to care for others , I love making someone else smile or feel better , I can do your shopping or help you to appointments, house keeping , meal prep, showers, dressing, I can answer phones, filing , computer work, make calls schedule appts, be your personal driver, walk your dog or simply be a friend to go to lunch with , whatever you need I can make happen and always do my best ! I currently have been raising my grand baby and she is so amazing, Its very different this time around. I love to fish and go for walks. I love to learn new things and meet new people. I genuinely love caring for others, it truly makes me smile to see them smile. I can assist with any and all ADL'S, I can encourage and assist with physical therapy. Cleaning up and laundry are of course a part of my job and lots of hugs and laughs too.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • Short Term
  • Overnight
  • 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

  • ALS
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Arthritis
  • Cancer Recovery
  • Cardiovascular Disorders
  • COPD
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Hearing Disorders
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Renal and Urological Disorders
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Skin Disorders
  • Stroke
  • Vision and Eye Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Cna/Hha/Personal Helper

Jan 1997 - Present
HeatherCanHelp
This is my own private care. Im listed on sites such as Care.com and heathercanhelp@outlook.com .I do whatever is needed from cleaning and cooking to total assist patient care or as simple as running errands.
Jan 1997 - Present

CNA/Caregiver

Jan 2018 - Feb 2019
Mrs.Ethel
I cared for Mrs.Ethel 12 hrs a day,I arrived to transfer from bed to w/c then to toilet.Helped with grooming and dressing.Help to keep her busy and happy attending activities and getting outside and Dr.appts.In apartment I kept things neat and did all laundry, as well as Meals and assisted with eating.I sang with her on great days and to her on the tuff ones.Took pics and videos frequently and sent to family.I helped her to smile and she did the same for me.I also helped her with exercise and p/t to help her be as agile and healthy as possible.She loved when I did her nails for her and her hair.Family also hired me to care for her, son n law who was battling Lewy Body Dementia and I did the same for him as well.I worked for family until she recently passed and he was placed into a skilled facility when we were no longer able to help him safely and the disease progression was to much for family.We had a tearful goodbye and I was given an amazing reference letter at the end.
Jan 2018 - Feb 2019

CNA/HHA/Office Asst

Jan 2012 - Feb 2016
First In Care
Answered several phone lines,scheduled 120 caregivers with clients.On call 7days week when not in office also.Assessed new potenial clients.New hire paperwork and files, background ,mvr,reference checks.Spoke with families about concerns .Also did patient care after hours .All Adl's, rides and asst to Dr appts or shopping.Cleaning , laundry, cooking, grooming, feeding, exercises,breathing treatments,change colostomy,Catheter care,Surgical care, vital signs,cpr,first aid.medical documentation.Alzheimers and dementia training and lots of experience.I learn and adapt quickly.I always have a smile and do my best to make sure my client does as well.I love what I do and do it well.
Jan 2012 - Feb 2016

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota

Jan 2011 - Jan 2013
Bradenton, FL
Jan 2011 - Jan 2013

North Platte College

Jan 1999 - Jan 2000
North Platte, NE
Jan 1999 - Jan 2000

Rifle High School

Jan 1989 - Jan 1992
Rifle, CO
Jan 1989 - Jan 1992
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