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Herman S.

Herman S.

$25.00 / hr

Woodbridge, VA

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About Herman

I have 30 years of experience in providing personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. I assist patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. I monitor patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. I am a thoughtful and considerate person who takes pride in providing the best care possible. I became a caregiver through the influence of my great aunt and grandmother as they were the neighborhood caregivers. I watched them as a child and knew I wanted to do the same thing. I began by taking care of my grandmother when she became home bound in her older age. For the past three years, I was the care taker for my mother after she suffered a stroke. The thing I enjoy the most is feeling a sense of joy and humility in assisting those in need in conducting their activities of daily living. They are so appreciative. I consider it a personal achievement when they recover and there is no further need of my services. That confirms that my work with them has improved their quality of life.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Full Time

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
  • Cancer Recovery
  • Cardiovascular Disorders
  • COPD
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Diabetes
  • Hearing Disorders
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice Care
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Renal and Urological Disorders
  • Respiratory Disorders
  • Stroke
  • Vision and Eye Disorders
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Home Health Aide

Jul 2016 - Sep 2018
Guardian Home Healthcare LLC
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
Jul 2016 - Sep 2018

Home Health Aide

Oct 2016 - Sep 2018
Vital Link Home Care South
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
Oct 2016 - Sep 2018

Home Health Aide

Mar 2009 - Sep 2018
Visiting Angels
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
Mar 2009 - Sep 2018

Home Health Aide

Oct 2015 - Jul 2017
Amazing Care Services
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
Oct 2015 - Jul 2017

Home Health Care

Nov 2007 - Jul 2015
Christian Home Healthcare
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
Nov 2007 - Jul 2015

Home Health Aide

Feb 2010 - Oct 2014
Abide Healthcare
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
Feb 2010 - Oct 2014

Home Health Aide

Oct 1998 - Aug 2005
Innovation Home Health Care
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
Oct 1998 - Aug 2005

Home Health Aide

Mar 1994 - Nov 1998
Extraordinaire Home Health Care
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
Mar 1994 - Nov 1998

Home Health Aide

May 1993 - Jan 1994
Special Touch Home Health Care
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
May 1993 - Jan 1994

Electrician Assistant in Maintenance

Feb 1990 - Jan 1994
Xavier University
Responsible for providing daily maintenance and upkeep of the buildings on campus. Answered service calls and responded to all issues/concerns regarding safety.
Feb 1990 - Jan 1994

Home Health Aide

Feb 1992 - Nov 1993
Visiting Nurses Association
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
Feb 1992 - Nov 1993

Warehouse Terminal Receiving Clerk

Mar 1986 - Feb 1990
Schwegmann Brothers Grocery Store
Responsibility for receiving all merchandise for reallocation and shipment to distributed stores.
Mar 1986 - Feb 1990

Louisiana State University

Jan 1990 - Jan 1990
Baton Rouge, LA
Jan 1990 - Jan 1990

Home Health Aide

Feb 1986 - Nov 1988
Dependable Health Care
Provided personal in-home care for disabled, cognitively impaired, chronically ill, and hospice patients. Assisted patients with daily personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Monitored patients' vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Administered prescribed oral medications under the written direction of physician. Communicated with patients and families to ensure proper medication and care. Maintained detailed and accurate patient logs and billing records. I possess excellent communication and great people skills.
Feb 1986 - Nov 1988

Fresno State University

Jan 1983 - Jan 1985
Fresno, CA
Jan 1983 - Jan 1985

Joseph S. Clark High School

Jan 1980 - Jan 1983
New Orleans, LA
Jan 1980 - Jan 1983

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