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Zelma C.

Zelma C.

$15.00 / hr

Knoxville, TN

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About Zelma

I have faithfully, compassionately and lovingly cared for people consecutively for 27yrs. I have done Home Health, Private Duty, Companion Care and Live-In. For the past 5 1/2 years/24/7 I was the only caregiver for a quadriplegic client on a ventilator. Honest, kind, caring, loyal, trustworthy, reliable, dependable., punctual and passionate. Caregiving is rewarding.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Overnight
  • Weekend Live-In
  • Holiday Shifts

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
  • Arthritis
  • Cardiovascular Disorders
  • COPD
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Renal and Urological Disorders
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Tracheotomy / Ventilation
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

CNA

Aug 2018 - Oct 2018
Sitters SEI
Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being. Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment. Maintained frequent supervision of residents who are unable to call for assistance. Assisted residents with daily hygiene, including dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care. Companion Care
Aug 2018 - Oct 2018

Companion Care/Live-In

Feb 2015 - Aug 2018
Public Partnership, LLC
Removal and replacement of indwelling and suprapubic catheter Changed dressings, bandages and binders, as instructed, to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures. Hoyer Lift experience (electric and manual) Wound Vac experience. Med-Port care. Administered medication as directed by physician via feeding tube. Monitored progress and documented any status changes accordingly. Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment. Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands. Developed rapport with patients to create a safe and trusting environment for care. Attatched Kangaroo Pump to peg tube for feeding purposes. Connecting patient to Ventilator for overnight and/or 24/7 breathing. Changing Shiley, suctioning and cleaning trach. Removal, care and replacement of ostomy device.
Feb 2015 - Aug 2018

CNA

Apr 2013 - Feb 2015
Sitters SEI
Developed rapport with patients to create a safe and trusting environment for care. Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care. Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment. Transported individuals to medical appointments and other errands. Administered medication as directed by physician. Assisted patients with daily functions.
Apr 2013 - Feb 2015

Mott Adult High

Jan 1993 - Jan 1994
Flint, MI
Jan 1993 - Jan 1994
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