ERIN MICHELLE CATHAM
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Proven caregiver and Certified Braille Transcriber with a track record of enhancing patient quality of life and facilitating inclusive communication at Mountainview Facility. Expert in meal preparation and emotional support, achieving significant improvements in patient independence and academic success for visually impaired professionals. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and compassionate care, prioritizing patient safety and educational achievements.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Caregiver
Terri Miller
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
- Ensured timely transportation of patients to appointments or social engagements, enhancing their ability to maintain active lifestyle outside home setting.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Provided physical assistance for mobility, promoting independence and safety in the home environment.
- Coordinated meal planning based on dietary requirements and preferences, contributing to optimal nutritional intake for each patient.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging patients in meaningful conversation and activities.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' conditions, updating care plans as necessary.
Certified Braille Transcriber
Mountainview Facility
06.2020 - 09.2023
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines within fast-paced environment.
- Assisted visually impaired professionals in their daily tasks by providing prompt and accurate transcriptions of essential documents and correspondence.
- Contributed to development of more inclusive workplace environments by facilitating communication between sighted individuals and colleagues who are visually impaired or blind.
- Utilized specialized software programs designed specifically for braille transcription work, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in every project undertaken.
- Enhanced readability of braille materials by transcribing variety of texts, including educational and professional documents.
- Streamlined transcription processes through implementation of organizational systems and tools, increasing overall productivity levels.
- Collaborated with team of fellow Certified Braille Transcribers to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
- Continuously improved transcription skills through ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Supported educational institutions by transcribing textbooks, worksheets, and other essential learning materials into braille format.
- Ensured accurate transcription by proofreading, editing, and verifying all braille content before submission.
- Worked closely with educational professionals to ensure that students'' braille materials were accurate and comprehensive, enabling them to excel academically.
- Followed specific guidelines and style rules to meet clients' requirements and maintain consistency.
- Verified accuracy of transcribed material prior to finalization.
Dog Bather
LePucci Dog Grooming
7/27/23 - 8/30/23
- Safely handled various breeds of dogs, ensuring their comfort throughout the bathing process.
- Successfully calmed anxious pets during the bathing process using proven soothing techniques.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Implemented proper sanitization procedures to maintain a clean and healthy environment for both pets and staff members.
- Provided exceptional care for senior or special needs dogs, accommodating their specific requirements during bathing sessions.
- Ensured all dogs were thoroughly dried using appropriate techniques, reducing the risk of skin irritations or infections.
- Welcomed customers upon arrival and ushered pets to holding kennels or group play areas.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for efficient grooming operations.
Safety Clerk
Ms. Keeton
01.2016 - 09.2020
- Collaborated with HR department to develop robust onboarding process that emphasizes safety training for new hires.
- Worked closely with other departments to identify areas where cross-functional collaboration could improve overall safety performance.
- Served as liaison between management, employees, and regulatory agencies to ensure clear communication regarding safety requirements.
- Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
- Utilized office management software to record and track customer information.
- Purchased and maintained office supplies.
- Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
Education
Apprenticeships - Electrical Trades
Wyndham School District
Gatesville, TX01.2020
Certification - Office Administration
Wyndham School District
Gatesville, TX02.2018
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Patient Care
- Patient Transport
- Patient transportation
- Emotional Support and Companionship
- Meal Preparation
- Compassionate Care
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Mobility support
- Housekeeping
Timeline
Home Health Caregiver
Terri Miller
08.2023 - 04.2024
Certified Braille Transcriber
Mountainview Facility
06.2020 - 09.2023
Safety Clerk
Ms. Keeton
01.2016 - 09.2020
Dog Bather
LePucci Dog Grooming
7/27/23 - 8/30/23
Apprenticeships - Electrical Trades
Wyndham School District
Certification - Office Administration
Wyndham School District
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