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Lavaunda V.

Lavaunda V.

$15.00 / hr

Beaufort, SC

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About Lavaunda

I never thought about being a caregiver. But I was asked by a friend if I could spend some time and help out with her Grandmother. I had no experience in this area, but I instantly fell in love with my "client". In the beginning, she was able to do some things for herself, even with the dementia.She enjoyed being on the front porch, even though when we got back in the house, she wouldn't remember it. She loved spraying herself off after a shower. And she loved her ice cream. But as time went on she got weaker and weaker. When she was ill enough to be put in a nursing home for more intense care, I decided that this was something I was good at and enjoyed doing. So I went to school to obtain my CNA license. When my "little lady" was returned home, it was just a matter of keeping her comfortable. But she was still in good spirits. I wasn't there the day she passed, because my Dad passed the day before. Working in assisted living was an easier pace, and it seems more attention is paid to the clients. I worked in the Dementia unit which presents it's own set of situations. But the clients I worked for were wonderful people. It wasn't hard to have a smile on my face everyday just being around them, even though some days could be pretty intense. I've always said I would treat any "client", "patient", as family. The way I would take care of my own. And I found that out in Oct of last year, when I was fortunate enough to take care of my own Mother as she struggled with cancer, it was an honor to be with her through her last days. I've held the hand of a few of my "family" of people, including my own Mother as they have left this world. And just knowing that I was able to give them some peace and some comfort to me is what makes me enjoy this job, even with the sorrow that comes with it. I'm looking to have a one on one position. I would like to be close to the Antioch/Brentwood, Tenn area, I just moved here and I'm still getting acquainted with the area.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Part Time

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

Skills & Expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Dementia
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Customer Service

Oct 2018 - Feb 2019
Viemed Sleep Management
Answering phones, organizing and mailing out informational flyers to remote Respiratory Therapists.
Oct 2018 - Feb 2019

CNA

Oct 2017 - May 2018
Coastal Care Adult Daycare Center
Certified Nursing assistant, providing compassionate care and assistance to residents while keeping detailed records of care provided to the clients. Participated in daily activities such as exercise, art projects, music and overall companionship.
Oct 2017 - May 2018

Lead cashier

Jan 2017 - Oct 2017
Clydes Market
Lead cashier, responsible for cashier services, inventory, general sanitary conditions of the store and polite and courteous service to our customer.
Jan 2017 - Oct 2017

CNA

Nov 2015 - Jan 2017
The Suites at Station Exchange
Certified Nursing assistant, providing compassionate care and assistance to residents while keeping detailed records of care provided to the clients, worked in the "Seasons Wing", caring for Dementia and Alzheimer clients.
Nov 2015 - Jan 2017

CNA

Feb 2015 - Sep 2015
Laurels Of Hillsboro
Certified Nursing assistant, provided care and assistance for residents on a daily basis, assisted in maintaining detailed records of care provided to the residents. This was a nursing home setting, which required constant care, with residents. I covered all aspects of daily living on a predetermined schedule.
Feb 2015 - Sep 2015

Home Health Aide

Apr 2013 - Jan 2015
Private client
Provided Home Healthcare Services for private client with Dementia. Duties included all aspects of daily living, along with light housekeeping, cooking meals, and providing companionship.
Apr 2013 - Jan 2015

Pickaway Ross Career & Technology Center

Jan 2014 - Jan 2014
Circleville, OH
Jan 2014 - Jan 2014

Edward Lee McClain High School

Jan 1981 - Jan 1985
Greenfield, OH
Jan 1981 - Jan 1985
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