Sherry T.

About Sherry

Experienced, Loving Caregiver with over 15 years of knowledge. I am a retired Nursing Medical Assistant experienced in Alzheimer's, Dementia, Heart Disease . Currently a caregiver for a 92 year couple for the last year. Recently moved to the Addison area. *Available Monday - Thursdays 8:00 - 5:00. Previously worked as a Caregiver for a gentleman with Alzheimer's for almost 2 years. Also, an elderly lady 91 years young for 6 months. Not to mention a very busy and fast passed Internal Medicine Department in Illinois, and an Oncology Department in Florida. Seeking a new opportunity, utilizing my general Nursing knowledge. Looking for a position as a Caretaker. Available Monday - Thursday's from 8 to 5. -Able to provide excellent, loving care for your parent or loved one. Love helping the elderly and learning about life through they're eyes. It's such a rewarding experience. Love dogs & pets OK. Help with ADL care: Medication reminders, bathing, cooking, light house cleaning, laundry,change linens, exercise, walking, transportation to medical appointment's, shopping, luncheons, stand by assist. Have a LOving, Caring, Compassionate personality with a strong sense of humor. Highly Organized amd Motivated. Available from Mon-Thursday's - 8 or 9:00am to 5 pm Occassional Fridays Available in: Addison, Lombard, Glendale Heights, Bloomingdale, Elmhurst, Wooddale, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove, Itascia, Average $14-15 hr.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Experience & Education

Care Taker

Nov 2016 - Present

Always Best Care

Responsible for Patient Care for an elderly couple in their 90’s, mostly the lady, Responsible for Dressing, Bathing, Creams, Exercising, Change linens, Wash clothes daily, Doctors appointments, Household Management, Cooking all meals and snacks, Cleaning, Grocery shopping, Errands, Social events, Oxygen Management, Stand-By Assist. Unfortunately; my female patient has recently passed and the family is deciding the next steps with my male patient.

Nov 2016 - Present

Caretaker

Oct 2016 - Present

Visiting Angels

Responsible for Patient Care for a lady with Alzheimer’s, as well as a couple of other elderly patients in the area. Responsible for: Dressing, Bathing, Change Diapers, Change linens daily, Management of Doctors appointments, Household Management, Cooking, Cleaning, Errands, Social events.

Oct 2016 - Present

Caretaker

Jul 2015 - Present

Self Employed

Responsible for Patient Care with stage 3 Alzheimer's, Management of Doctors appointments, Household Management, Cooking, Cleaning, Laundry, Linens, Grocery Shopping and shopping for Household needs, Errands, Social events. Unfortunately, the gentleman had to be hospitalized for his own safety, or I would still be taking care of him.

Jul 2015 - Present

Caretker

Jan 2015 - Present

Self Employed

Responsible for Patient Care for a lovely 91 year young lady, Management of Doctors appointments, Household Management, Cooking, Cleaning, Bathing, Grocery shopping, Errands. Unfortunately, the lady had passed away.

Jan 2015 - Present

Certified Medical Assistant Oncology

Nov 2014 - Present

Bond Clinic

Responsible for Patient Care, Management of Doctors time and schedule, Doctor Referrals, Follow up Orders and Testing.

Nov 2014 - Present

CMA Internal Medicine

May 2013 - Present

Advocate Medical Group

Responsible for Patient Care, Patient Triage, Refills, Management of Doctors time and schedule, CPR, EKGs, Blood Draw, PAP assistance, Patient education, competence in administering injections, comprehension of basic disease knowledge, process of New COPD Clinic, Quality Control in Cirris, Coordinate Bi-Monthly Meetings and Spreadsheets, Developed Spreadsheets for meetings, Process of additional responsibilities as Computer Super User.

May 2013 - Present

Everest College - Skokie

Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

Skokie, IL

Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

Oakton Community College

Jan 1989 - Jan 1992

Des Plaines, IL

Jan 1989 - Jan 1992

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