Lakesa C.
$20.00 / hr
Ames, IA
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From my experience of 7 years, working with other professional caregivers, clients, and families, the characteristics of me being a good caregiver would include: Demonstrating empathy and compassion for the senior, Supporting the patient's family members, who may be struggling to cope with their loved one's decline, Committing to professional growth and continuing education, Being reliable, including arriving for work on time and fulfilling all duties in a timely manner, Respecting patients' privacy and dignity, Exhibiting a positive demeanor and kind tone of voice, Being considerate and kind when working with the patient, Being mindful of the fact that I'm working in a senior's or their family's, private home. Using good communication skills with both the patient and the family, Having a well-kept personal appearance, including following professional dress code, Acting as a personal supporter for my client and their family during difficult times :)
Caregiving Services & Expertise
Services
- Bathing
- Dressing & Grooming
- Toileting
- Medication Reminders
- Meal Prep
- Groceries & Shopping
- Transferring & Mobility
- Exercise
- Transportation
- Housekeeping
- Companionship
Job Interests
- Full Time
- 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
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Arthritis
- Dementia
- Diabetes
- Hearing Disorders
- HIV/AIDS
- Home Health Care
- Hospice Care
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Parkinson's Disease
- Respiratory Disorders
- Stroke
- Vision and Eye Disorders
- Senior Care
- Elder Care
- Home Care
Languages
- English
Experience & Education
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