Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Wema Senior Living, adept in providing compassionate care and emotional support. Skilled in medication management and Alzheimer's care, I excel in creating positive environments for clients. Achieved a 30% improvement in patient engagement through innovative care techniques. Renowned for strong ethics and effective communication, I consistently exceed employer expectations.
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Esnart Sibande
Merced,CA
Summary
Overview
2024
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Wema Senior Living
Caregiver
Job overview
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Family Members
Family Babysitter
04.2021 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Created an enjoyable atmosphere during babysitting sessions through storytelling, games, and music.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Helped children learn how to complete small chores appropriate for age level.
- Served as a positive role model for young children by modeling appropriate language usage, manners, and conflict resolution methods.
- Promoted good behavior by using positive reinforcement techniques, such as praise and rewards.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Enhanced children''s well-being by providing a safe and nurturing environment.
- Handled emergencies calmly and efficiently while following established safety protocols provided by the parents.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Provided healthy meals and snacks for children, adhering to any dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Utilized time-management skills to balance childcare responsibilities alongside light housekeeping duties as needed.
- Assisted with bedtime routines, ensuring a consistent schedule for optimal rest and development.
- Developed strong bonds with families, resulting in long-term relationships and repeat babysitting opportunities.
- Supported child development milestones by implementing age-appropriate learning activities.
- Assisted older kids with homework, school projects and chores.
- Maintained open communication lines with parents regarding their child''s progress, needs, and concerns.
- Facilitated outdoor playtime to promote physical activity and overall health in the children being cared for.
- Fostered creativity through arts and crafts projects, encouraging self-expression among the children.
- Established trust among families within local community networks leading to numerous referrals from satisfied clients.
- Displayed adaptability when faced with changing family dynamics or unexpected scheduling alterations.
- Improved children''s social skills through engaging group activities and outings.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
Assisted Living At Home
Live-In Caregiver
04.2016 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Maintained a clean, safe living environment for clients by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing household items.
- Enhanced nutritional intake of clients by preparing healthy meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Promoted clients'' physical and mental health by engaging them in appropriate exercises and recreational activities.
- Ensured accurate and timely administration of medications.
- Established trust with clients and their families through effective communication, empathy, and professionalism.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or social engagements as needed while prioritizing safety during travel.
- Managed challenging behaviors or special needs effectively using patience, understanding, and behavioral interventions when necessary.
- Implemented strategies for fall prevention in the home environment to minimize injury risk for elderly or disabled clients.
- Enhanced clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted clients in managing chronic conditions through close monitoring, lifestyle modifications, and adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Supported clients in maintaining independence by assisting with daily activities such as personal grooming, mobility, and meal preparation.
- Identified potential hazards within the home environment, making necessary adjustments to ensure client safety and comfort.
- Provided emotional support for both clients and their families during difficult times or transitions in care arrangements.
- Facilitated open communication between client families and healthcare providers regarding updates on client progress or changes in care.
- Ensured safety and well-being of clients through rigorous health monitoring and medication administration.
- Contributed to a positive living environment by fostering a sense of companionship and socialization for the client.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by actively listening to their concerns and adjusting care routines accordingly.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each client''s unique needs.
- Educated family members on best practices in caregiving for continued comfort after transitioning out of live-in services.
- Adapted care routines to accommodate changes in clients'' health or preferences, maintaining a high level of satisfaction.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Applied new bandages, dressings, and binders to wounds.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Family Members
Babysitter
08.2005 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
- Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
- Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
- Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
- Supported academic growth by assisting with homework assignments, enhancing comprehension, and providing additional resources as needed.
- Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
- Collaborated closely with parents regarding behavioral issues implementing strategies that improved overall behavior patterns.
- Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
- Encouraged positive behavior and manners through example and gentle guidance.
- Tailored educational games and activities to individual learning styles, enhancing cognitive development.
- Maintained open communication with parents about daily activities, behaviors, and concerns.
- Developed system for efficiently managing daily routines, reducing morning stress.
- Facilitated creative play and crafts to stimulate imagination and fine motor skills.
- Supported educational development by assisting with homework and school projects.
- Enhanced children's language development with storytelling and reading sessions.
- Negotiated conflict between children, teaching resolution skills and empathy.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks to support health and well-being.
- Managed scheduling of playdates, appointments, and extracurricular activities for structured days.
- Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities.
- Monitored progress in self-care tasks, encouraging independence.
- Arranged transportation for school and activities, ensuring punctuality.
- Implemented reward system for chores and homework, motivating positive behavior.
- Provided first aid and care during emergencies, ensuring child safety at all times.
- Coordinated outdoor activities to promote physical health and exploration.
- Improved children's bedtime routines with consistent schedules and calming activities.
- Ensured cleanliness and hygiene by organizing children's living and play areas.
- Fostered safe and nurturing environment, closely monitoring children's activities.
- Adapted activities to meet varying needs and interests of children under care.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
Education
Lake Michigan CollegeBenton Harbor, MI
Prerequisite from Nursing
University Overview
I didn't graduate I did one year towards my prerequisite, nothing past that, I was juggling both family and School, adjusting to just arriving in 2015 from Africa. Soon as I started driving I was left alone by the family and I started working as a caregiver. Non of the family members are responsible for me dropping out and I am not denying the fact that I did make this choice to lead me to the circumstances of now I have acknowledged the missed route, that lead me to taking a wrong exit. Meanwhile I'm grateful to still be in the United States of America At this time I was going to the lake Michigan smaller campus which is located in Niles Michigan, and I was residing in South bend Indiana so I got a job at an assisted living, I used to get paid $8.50 an hour and I would work a lot especially the days when I have no class or few hours of classes 16 to 18 hours shifts, I was 18 years old going 19 , the money was helping my family and I decided to quit school at the age of 19 I didn't proceed. I want to be a musician for the past 3 years I've been focusing on my music , I would love to go back when I get stability in terms of finances.
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Patient care
- Dependable and responsible
- Daily living assistance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Basic housekeeping
- Multitasking and organization
- Emotional support
- Housekeeping
- Strong ethics
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Relationship building
- Compassionate care
- Flexible schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Patient companionship
- Dementia care
- Compassionate communication
- Medical record-keeping
- Team collaboration
- Medication and appointment reminders
- Alzheimer's care
- Direct patient care
- Behavioral management
- Medication management
- Documentation
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Mobility assistance
- HIPAA compliance
- Special needs care
- Client documentation
- Heavy lifting
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- Patient management
- ADL assistance
- Client transportation
- Incident reporting
- Care plan assessment
- Care plan management
- Hoyer lifting equipment
- Complex Problem-solving
- Care plan adherence
- Records management
- Language fluency
- Records maintenance
- Physical therapy support
- Indirect patient care
- Chronic illness management
- Medical office administration
- Case management
- Chronic disease management
- Clinical quality program standards
Certification
First AiD and CPR certification
Infant CPR certification
Health and Nutrition certificate
Languages
English
Full Professional
Nyanja
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Family Babysitter
Family Members
04.2021 - 01.2024
Live-In Caregiver
Assisted Living At Home
04.2016 - 01.2019
Babysitter
Family Members
08.2005 - 07.2015
Caregiver
Wema Senior Living
Lake Michigan College
Prerequisite from Nursing
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