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Latoya S.

Latoya S.

$20.00 / hr

Fort Worth, TX

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About Latoya

Hello my name is Latoya and I have been a caregiver for 7 years. I love taking care of people especially if they can no longer do it themselves. Helping and encouraging them to be mobile if possible while listening and engaging conversation on topics that are most important to them. I have knowledge of and experience with Senior care in different environments such as one-on-one home health/companionship, retirement homes, and assisted living facilities. I am trained in a broad range of dynamics pertaining to but not limited to special needs. Intense hands-on training and focus in providing care for m.h.m.r/disabled/dementia/Alzheimer’s, and disease debilitating patients. I am trained C.N.A and I know how to use proper technique for transfer/ambulation to those that are physically challenged, and have mobility/barriers. Further knowledge includes use of basic lifting, Hoyer lift, and gate belts for those who are prone to falls. I do believe in charting the progress of my patients so that their family, physician's and loved one's can keep up with their every day care and any changes that may occur. I am professional and honor confidentiality. I have a current driver's license and automobile insurance. I am a non-smoker and prefer to work in a non-smoking environment, and I am comfortable working in a home who has pets as long as they do not bite. I have training in incontinence care and able to change adult briefs.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • Weekend Live-In

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
  • COPD
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Hearing Disorders
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Renal and Urological Disorders
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

C.N.A

Aug 2014 - Aug 2017
Texas Nurse Connection
Current job Provides assistance with bathing,grooming, toileting, and dressing. Helping with feeding,lifting, transport, and measuring urine output. Change bed linen as needed. Monitor and check vitals and report to nursing staff. This is a quick highlight of duties but not all.
Aug 2014 - Aug 2017

Direct Care Professional/Caregiver

Jul 2014 - May 2015
D&S residential services
Provide direct care to individuals with developmental disabilities including assistance with activities of daily living such as meal preparation, dressing and grooming, grocery shopping, assistance with medication, and providing limited transportation using the house vehicle. Assist/monitor/teach individuals with preparation of daytime activities; encourage good personal hygiene, and behavior appropriate in their home. Assist/monitor/teach individuals engaging in daily chores.
Jul 2014 - May 2015

Cisco Junior College

Jan 2014 - Jan 2014
Jan 2014 - Jan 2014

Mhmr health caregiver aide

Aug 2012 - Dec 2013
Centex a.r.c.
Monitored M.H.M.R. elderly patients throughout the shift while keeping them in a safe environment. Assisted with bathing, grooming, and dressing. Assist/monitor/teach individuals engaging in daily tasks and activities. Cooked and prepare all meals as well as wash laundry. Delegated to give each individual their medications and observing to ensure all meds were taken. Did all housekeeping and upkeep in group home. Performed daily record keeping (i.e data collection, daily communication log). Provided written reports on accidental falls or injuries caused by self, peers or staff. Reported client abuse/neglect no tolerance policy violations and any medical complaints from patients, and abnormal vitals along with newly discovered bodily bruises. Exchange information with next shift and/or with support staff. Handle emergency situations appropriately, (according to MHA and DMR policies). Utilize crisis interventions when necessary
Aug 2012 - Dec 2013

Home health caregiver

May 2001 - Aug 2005
Texas home health
Provided assistance as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing,escort service, and other activities of daily living. Followed the schedule of resident's needs set out by supervisor. Provided emotional and social support to residents. Documented daily log of assistance. Informed supervisor of any resident issues or concerns. Respected and encouraged the independence and dignity of the residents. Respected residents' confidentiality
May 2001 - Aug 2005

Mclennan Community College

Aug 1994 - May 1997
Aug 1994 - May 1997
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