Being a caregiver is something that comes natural to me. I've always wanted to help others. I think one has to be very empathetic to those that they're helping. Being a Direct support para-professional, putting myself in the shoes of my patients who were losing their memory, in a wheel chair for the rest of their lives, getting arthritis as well as just dealing with old age is very important. I think about how I would feel as well as what type of service excellence I would like to receive when getting care, and as a caregiver I try to exceed my patients expectations. While working in a hospital I come across many different people but when I get to discharge a patient and one says " Camay, Thank you so much for everything. You have helped me from the time I walked in, to me walking out now. You are a sight for sore eyes and I will never forget how you have helped me. Thank you", my heart smiles. Being a caregiver is amazing and when someone tells you that because of the excellent care they received, you have changed their life, you carry a little piece of that person's heart with you forever.
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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