Jakayla C.

To give the patient the best care possible, it is important for me as a caregiver to have a personal understanding of and connection with what his or her patient is going through. Being able to empathize allows me to put myself in the patient's shoes, and identify and ease the patient's fears or discomfort. I'm not only in it for the compensation but genuinely care for people in need. As a passionate caregiver I try to prepare for possible difficulties that my patients might experience and I'll take the necessary measures to make things easier. My patients, especially the elderly, needs constant care and attention. Me as the caregiver, it's my job, therefore, to be attuned to those needs even if the patient doesn't or is unable to communicate them. Paying close attention to the patient's needs is also crucial because in many cases, the patient is unaware that they require help from their caregivers, and with little or no warning, me as the caregiver must respond to those needs to avoid untoward events. I enjoy working with people and most enjoy jobs where I have one-on-one interaction with others. I enjoy taking care of elder family members and would like to help others in this way. I like older adults and feel I can get along well with a variety of elders. I enjoy the fact that I'm helping others in the time of need. I know I may be here as a companion but my clients are my companions too. I'm making a difference in someone else's life and that means a lot to me. Clients become like family. I'm proud to have gotten the knowledge of different types of clients. If it wasn't for my Granny I wouldn't have gotten into this field.

Hi! My name is Ailani and I am currently a student at Coastal Carolina University. I am an Exercise Science major with a concentration in Pre-Allied Health Sciences and a concentration in Spanish in Health Professions. I have previous background in an array of care-taking serviceS but currently I work as a CNA in Conway, SC. I love my job and the people I meet! I have always been people-oriented and that is what pushed me to peruse healthcare and I have loved my journey thus far! Also, I am CPR/AED certified and have knowledge dealing with an array of cognitive and other medical disorders.