i've had 3 years experience working in a nursing home, and i loved my job. i got started in the wonderful industry because at a young age i had to take care of my mother due to a car accident. im leaving my currant job to find another because i want to give my talents of caregiving to another. i have the experience, and the passion for this wonderful industry. i am 24 years old, a very personable young lady, i may be young but i feel i am way before my time. were i am working and nov 30 2014 will be my last day there i am a team leader. it basically is a supervisor but my union does not call it that. as a team leader i am responsible for all the staff in the building making sure they a doing there job safely an properly with in the state an osha regulations. as well as making sure all my 125 residents are safe an well cared for. i like being a caregiver because i enjoy helping people, being able to make a difference in someone. this life speaks more to me then anything else and i cant imagine ever doing something else.
Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.
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