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Valerie B.

Valerie B.

$18.00 / hr

Brooklyn, NY

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About Valerie

I am a caregiver that refuses to be late to work, I never call out. I make sure to keep up with the patients medical appointments and madication management. I felt I had something to give for the sick and elderly. I love taking care of the sick, and I am proud of taking care of people who are quadriplegic, and I have done it for years.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

    Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

    Skills & Expertise

    • Diabetes
    • Respiratory Disorders
    • Tracheotomy / Ventilation
    • Senior Care
    • Elder Care
    • Home Care

    Languages

    • English

    Experience & Education

    Interbourgh Institute

    Jan 1979 - Present
    Jan 1979 - Present

    Allen School

    Jan 1999 - Present
    Jan 1999 - Present

    Nursing Assistant

    Nov 2005 - Aug 2014
    Concepts of Independence
    Assist with Toileting, Skin care to maintain the health of the skin, Range of motion (ROM) and muscle strengthening exercises to maintain an optimal level of functioning. Respiratory assistance such as using cough-a-assist phrenic pacer, suctioning, ventilator, and inserting in dueling catheter, Transfers and ambulation. Bathing, grooming and hair washing necessary for personal hygiene. Turning and position of the client(s), Assistance with medication per parent direction. Work with quadriplegic client(s). Dressing or undressing of the client(s). Assistance with eating, meal preparation and grocery shopping. Accompanying to medical appointments Assisting, monitoring or prompting the client to complete the above items. Redirection, monitoring and observation that are integral part of a personal care plan in the above items. Redirection and intervention for behavior, including observation and monitoring Related household services that are an integral part of a personal care plan in the above items. Appropriate reporting of changes in client status.
    Nov 2005 - Aug 2014
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