Jennifer W.

$18.00 / hr

Manassas, VA

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About Jennifer

Responsible Pennsylvania-licensed LPN and compassionate caregiver with excellent communication skills demonstrated by time spent as a personal caregiver for 2 years for an elderly woman who had suffered from a stroke and 1 years' hospital experience in an acute care rehabilitation unit. I enjoy spending time with my patients, listening to their stories and assisting them with their activities of daily living. I am pleasant and hardworking and love the opportunities that arise when working in the medical field.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Cardiovascular Disorders
Orthopedic Care
Post Surgery Recovery
Stroke
Senior Care
Elder Care
Home Care

Languages

English

Experience & Education

National College of Midwifery

Jan 2015 - Jan 2018

Taos, NM

Jan 2015 - Jan 2018

Licensed Practical Nurse

Feb 2014 - Jun 2015

Meadville Medical Ctr

Provided patient care in an inpatient rehabilitation unit, adeptly handling treatment from medication to wound care for patients recovering from orthopedic surgery or stroke. Counselled and educated patients regarding recovery from surgery enabling them to achieve independence of personal care. Assessed patients and dispensed medications as needed or provided assistance with personal care, bathing, and hygiene. Worked as a team with other unit staff and nurses to provide high-quality patient care.

Feb 2014 - Jun 2015

Part-time Caregiver and House Cleaning

Jan 2011 - Aug 2013

Self-employed

Provided part-time, in-home assistance with household cleaning and personal care. The pleasant woman I assisted was a stroke victim who suffered from hemiplegia (paralysis on one side of her body). Personal care assistance involved transferring, toileting, dressing, and bathing.

Jan 2011 - Aug 2013

Crawford County Career and Technical Center

Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

Meadville, PA

Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

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