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Carolyn J.

Carolyn J.

$10.75 / hr

Columbia, SC

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About Carolyn

I became a caregiver because of my grandmother. Dementia or similar conditions were not understood during her time but the family and I knew something was different about her. We took turns taking care of her until she passed. I enjoy be able to help give someone their fullest at a time where it doesn't seem possible. I am very proud of the work I do. I've tried many paths but I always come right back to taking care of others. This is the most fulfilling. I am a very good listener. Experience on the Job has taught me this. Sometimes you just have to listen.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Cancer Recovery
    • Cardiovascular Disorders
    • Diabetes
    • Gastrointestinal Disorders
    • HIV/AIDS
    • Hospice Care
    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • Neurological Disorders
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Post Surgery Recovery
    • Renal and Urological Disorders
    • Skin Disorders
    • Stroke
    • Senior Care
    • Elder Care
    • Home Care

    Languages

    • English

    Experience & Education

    Nurse Tech

    Jul 2013 - Sep 2014
    Palmetto Healh Richland
    Hospital Floater and sitting with court ordered and at risk patients and harmful patients.
    Jul 2013 - Sep 2014

    CNA/ Mental Health Assistant

    Aug 2011 - Jan 2013
    Three Rivers Behavorial Health
    Assist patients with activities of daily living. Ensure the use of CPI in escalating situations and maintain training of CPI every 6 months. Maintain knowledge of patient precautions and round check every 15 minutes. Observe patients for abnormal behavior. Report all changes, physical and mental changes of the patients to the nurse.
    Aug 2011 - Jan 2013

    CNA/MED TECH

    May 2011 - Nov 2011
    Harbor Chase of Columbia
    Assist patients with activities of daily living . Dressing (according to patients' needs, ranging from minimal assistance to totally dependent) Bathing (bed baths, tub baths, showers). Feeding (serving meals, physically feeding patients who are unable to do so themselves). Toileting (assisting with bedpans & urinals, help to the bathroom, provide incontinent care for patients who need it). Vital signs (Blood pressure, pulse, etc.) Assist residents with medication while following proper procedures in medication administration. Safety awareness--keeping an eye on wanderers and watching for potentially dangerous situations. Documentation--Accurate & timely daily documentation on the care provided to each patient. Maintain knowledge and training of working with Dementia patients. Communicate with doctors, nurses, emergency personnel, and siblings in patients care.
    May 2011 - Nov 2011

    CNA

    Nov 2008 - Aug 2010
    Agape Senior Care
    Assist residents with ADL's, monitor and report vital signs, communicate with nurse all changes in residents conditions, and be a companion.
    Nov 2008 - Aug 2010

    CNA/MED TECH

    May 2005 - May 2008
    Still Hopes
    Assist residents with ADL's Maintain knowledge and training of working with dementia residents. Assist residents with accurate medication dispension while following proper procedures in medication administration. Communicate with other healthcare members concerning residents status.
    May 2005 - May 2008

    Midlands Technical College

    May 2005 - May 2007
    May 2005 - May 2007
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