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Fredericka R.

Fredericka R.

$15.00 / hr

Chicago, IL

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About Fredericka

I am currently a Phlebotomist (laboratory technician) who also an Illinois certified Nursing Assistant and have some years of experience as a CNA. I am currently pursuing my degree to become a nurse and will be graduating this year. I am presently in school and still working towards helping people get through they're rough time. I am a reliable and hard working person who puts others first, and I have multiple years of experience working with elderly clients and children.

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
  • Blood Disorders
  • Cardiovascular Disorders
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • Hearing Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Phlebotomist

Oct 2016 - Present
Swedish Covenant Hospital
- collect blood samples from patients - practice proper patient identification, especially when working on hospital floors label vials with patient names and dates - decipher the best method for drawing blood depending on the specific patient - transport all specimen samples to a nearby laboratory - centrifuge blood samples, depending on if this is allowed in the state you are working in expect to work with a large number of patients varying in age and health status - be friendly, courteous and sympathetic when it comes to working with patients - keep your phlebotomy cart or station well-organized at all times - practice infection control standards at all times when working with patients and equipment
Oct 2016 - Present

Caregiver

Jan 2018 - Present
Home Instead Senior Care
The primary responsibilities of Companionship services include the following: # Providing companionship and conversation # Provide respite care # Providing stabilization, assistance with walking and transferring # Preparing meals and cleaning up meal-related items # Providing medication reminders and appointment reminders # Assist with evening & tuck in # Aid with morning wake up # Assist with appointment setting # Aid with reading # Write letters and correspondence # Mail organization # Scrapbooking & photo organization, games, activities & mind stimulation # Assisting with mobility # Assisting with eating # Performing light housekeeping tasks (dusting, vacuuming, making beds, changing linens, taking out trash, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, etc.) # Washing and ironing laundry # Drop off & pick up dry cleaning # Pick up prescriptions # Running errands # Organize & clean closets # Assist with any pet care # Incidental transportation for errands, Dr. visits & recreational or social outings # Accompanying clients to appointments
Jan 2018 - Present

Resurrection University

Jan 2017 - Jan 2019
Chicago, IL
Jan 2017 - Jan 2019

CNA

Apr 2016 - Oct 2016
Swedish Covenant Hospital
- Bathe and dress patients - Serve meals and help patients eat - Take vital signs - Turn or reposition patients who are bedridden - Collect information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses and doctors - Provide and empty bedpans - Lift patients into beds, wheelchairs, exam tables, etc. - Answer patient calls - Examine patients for bruises, blood in urine or other injuries/wounds - Clean and sanitize patient areas - Change bed sheets and restock rooms with necessary supplies.
Apr 2016 - Oct 2016

CNA

Nov 2014 - Mar 2016
Carlton at the Lake Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
• Provided physical support to assist patients with daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, walking, and re positioning bedridden patients • Utilized electronic medical records software to document and report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms • Maintained an organized work environment and prepared patients for transportation to appointments • Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate • Assisted with Foley catheter bags and range of motion activities • Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds or impaired breathing. • Assisted with bed bathing and transferring clients to different departments
Nov 2014 - Mar 2016

Harry S Truman College

Jan 2014 - Jan 2016
Jan 2014 - Jan 2016
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