Elder Care in Martinsburg, West Virginia
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My name is Dawn and to begin with, I would like to thank you for reviewing my profile.
I have been a Paramedic\Fire Fighter for over 15 years, have my degree in Applied Health and am in my final year for my baccalaureate degree in Gerentology and Aging Services from UMBC. I have been an Eldercare provider for 20, both private and facility care in emergent and
non-emergency situations. It has been both an honor and a pleasure to do this type of work.
Some of my duties have included:
Over 20 years experience in the medical field
assisting many diverse clients in the activities of daily living or, end of life care
providing personal grooming; skin care, hair, nails and oral care (denture, and GDx as well)
Hands-on experience in blood draws, monitoring blood glucose levels and blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiratory rates, medication administration (both oral and intravenous), PEG, Foley, colostomy and endotracheal maintanence, O2 monitoring and changing of cylinders and accompanying apparatus
light house keeping
assistance with showering, toileting, bathing, dressin and all matters of personal hygiene while maintaining my clients dignity and modesty
encourage everyday activities according to the clients needs and capabilities to keep cognitive and emotional processes positive and spirits up
Adept at preparing nutritious meals per clients dietary requirements whether the ailment is diabetic, cardiac, blood pressure or weight dependent
transportation to and from doctor appointments and\or social events
Effective skills in exercises, including dexterity ( Parkinson's), and 7 years experience with physical and cognitive rehabilitation and companionship
Experience with clients with dementia, OBS, ALZ, Parkinsons, diabetes, cardiac care, etc. along with wound care and EOL Hospice care for those with physical and mental ailments, both partially and completely bedbound, references available as well as multiple certifications available through FL, WV, PA and MD state database's ( websites ) of medical workers.
Thank you for your time and for considering me for this position in your home,
Dawn
(304) 25...
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Services
Responsibilities include:
Administer medication
Assessments
Bathing
Bowel care
Dementia care
Dressing & wounds
Injections
Intellectual disability
Medication/blister packs
Mental health
Non-sterile simple dressings
Nursing care
Occupational therapy
Personal care
Physical therapy
Post operative care
Suction
Tube feeding
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