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Melanie D.

Melanie D.

$15.00 / hr

Waxahachie, TX

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About Melanie

I became a care giver because I wanted to become a nurse. I could not become a nurse because of the math and science part of the nursing program. I love to take care of people,young and old. I was an activity director at local nursing homes for years and I loved to plan the daily activities for the residents. I lived with my grandmother for a year and took care of her. The one thing I like about being a care giver is being a companion for the client. Some people need an extra person just to have , so they can talk or run errands with. All my clients liked me because we talked or we went places. I have been married for seven years and my husband works for white wave foods. I have a new puppy named Sadie and a cat named Holly.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • 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

    • ALS
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Cardiovascular Disorders
    • Diabetes
    • Hospice Care
    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • Neurological Disorders
    • Orthopedic Care
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Post Surgery Recovery
    • Respiratory Disorders
    • Stroke
    • Senior Care
    • Elder Care
    • Home Care

    Languages

    • English

    Experience & Education

    Care giver

    Jun 2014 - Nov 2014
    Senior Helpers
    I took care of clients in their homes. I did light housekeeping work. I took their blood pressure and blood sugar results and gave insulin. I took the clients to their doctor appointments and lunch outings. I also prepared meals.
    Jun 2014 - Nov 2014

    Sales associate

    Aug 2010 - May 2011
    Hallmark-BriarPatch#3
    I ran the cash register, helped customers, put up displays and stocked merchandise.
    Aug 2010 - May 2011

    Lost prevention

    Oct 2008 - Jun 2009
    Dillards
    I watched for internal and external shoplifters. I logged notes when associates keyed the computer.
    Oct 2008 - Jun 2009

    Shift leader/Barista

    May 2007 - Mar 2008
    Saxbys Coffee Shop
    I opened the store during the week. Made the coffee, ran the register, stocked the merchandise and cleaned the store.
    May 2007 - Mar 2008

    University of North Texas

    Jan 1997 - May 1999
    Jan 1997 - May 1999
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