Carmela Brancato
Jupiter ,FL
Summary
Compassionate and responsible caregiver with experience supporting children with diabetes and disabilities, including insulin management and daily care. Skilled in recognizing and responding to medical needs, ensuring safety, and fostering independence. Strong leadership in community advocacy, raising over $5,000 annually for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and organizing a large team for the JDRF One Walk. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management skills, balancing childcare responsibilities with fundraising efforts and maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Passionate about improving children’s lives through dedicated care, education, and advocacy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
Babysitting Service
Jupiter , Florida
03.2021 - Current
- Provided attentive care for children with diabetes, including monitoring blood sugar levels, administering insulin, and recognizing signs of hypo/hyperglycemia
- Recognized patterns in blood sugar and recommended effective adjustments to parents.
- Collaborated closely with parents and medical professionals to refine plans, ensuring optimal health outcomes tailored to each child's specific needs.
- Communicated effectively with parents and caregivers about children's health, behavior, and progress.
- Enabled greater confidence and independence by educating children on disability management, by helping them understand their bodies signals
- Raised over $5000 for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation by organizing annual fundraising efforts and leading a dedicated team of participants
- Engaged the community through outreach and fundraising activities including social media campaigns local events, and sponsorships.
Education
Undergraduate Dual Enrolled Student - Medicine
Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach Gardens, FL05-2026
Skills
- Overnight care
- Administering medication
- Early childhood development
- Certified in CPR
- Responsible decision-making
- Strong work ethic
- Responsible driver
- Organization
- Pediatric care
- Care plan implementation
- Family education
- Patient advocacy
- Diabetes management
- Sign language basics
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
ASL
Limited
Certification
- CPR Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Babysitter
Babysitting Service
03.2021 - Current
Undergraduate Dual Enrolled Student - Medicine
Palm Beach State College