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Destinee S.

Destinee S.

$18.50 / hr

Milton, KY

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About Destinee

I am a level-headed health-care professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. I have strong beliefs in the importance of companionship and in patient care. I've worked with children, rehabilitation for those recovering from surgeries, elders whom need nothing but a companion, people suffering Alzheimer's and/or Dementia, and also with individuals who have physical and/or mental disabilities. I myself was born with a mild form of Cerebral Palsy but, never let it stand in the way. I grew up in the healthcare field because of my dad who has been a nurse my whole life and would bring me to work with him so I could play bingo with the residents. Ultimately I chose this career path though because, in 2013 my mom was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver and after being admitted into the hospital I spent weekends by her side and sadly saw first-hand that the staff were not giving her proper care. Shortly after her being hospitalized I decided to drop out even with it being my senior year. I started classes to obtain my GED and also registered at Indiana Healthcare Professionals and the day of her funeral was my first day of classes to become a Certified Nursing Assistant which I successfully completed in June of 2014.I love the healthcare industry because I have found a little piece of my mom in everyone I've assisted; which is why, giving my best is never questioned. I plan to start school again in the near future to become an elementary school special education teacher. At the very least my experience as a CNA has prepared me for my next path. Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Part Time
  • 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
  • COPD
  • Dementia
  • Diabetes
  • Gastrointestinal Disorders
  • Hearing Disorders
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Home Health Care
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Stroke
  • Vision and Eye Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Caregiver

Dec 2015 - Dec 2016
Helping Hands
Directed patients in prescribed range of motion exercises and in the use of braces or artificial limbs. Cleaned and organized patients' living quarters. Assisted in application of traction devices. Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments. Provided necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures. Tended to patients with chronic illnesses. Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.
Dec 2015 - Dec 2016

CNA

Feb 2014 - Oct 2015
Hickory Creek At Madison
Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration. Massaged patients and applied preparations and treatments, such as liniment, alcohol rubs and heat-lamp stimulation. Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines. Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival. Collected urine and fecal samples. Support duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus. Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
Feb 2014 - Oct 2015

Trimble County High School

Jan 2011 - Jan 2015
Bedford, KY
Jan 2011 - Jan 2015
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