I want to become a Caregiver because I am a natural. I have been working in the wrong line of work, sales. I worked with my Grandfather,94 years, 2002-2004 and I always thought ,I can do this type of work. He always enjoyed all the help, from bathing, shaving, dressing, managing medication and going to the Doctor's Office. I worked in a Christ Hospital( Jersey City, NJ) for five years and it was one of my most rewarding work ever,1982-1986. I would like to be a senior care giver, to provide personal care, to be treated like family and with compassion. To have someone to talk to and to care for your own well being. My personal achievements are my family, my kids (two are college graduates and one Is five years old and a great little girl. I have worked in many jobs in sales, and have many satisfied customers. I have a clean criminal record, do not smoke, or do drugs . I stay in good physical shape. My name is Carlos N. Soto-Santiago, I went to Rutgers College, New Brunswick, NJ.(1977-1981) . I was a Pre Medical , went to work first for the Jersey City Medical Center as a Physical Therapist Aide and then went to Christ Hospital, for four years (!982-1986). I was in charge of the medical supplies, the hydro-therapy equipment, the exercise equipment, set up and adjustment , the hot packs and the paraffin. I was in charge of transporting the patient from the hospital bed to the Therapy Department. the
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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