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Jacqueline Harper

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.

Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.

Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver, Special Needs

Emily Craig
Colorado Springs , CO
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons and barbershops.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance.

Home Health Aide

Talem Home Healthcare
Colorado Springs , CO
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Completed medical and program reports and maintained records following clinic standard operating procedures.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.

Private Nanny

Kara Kozlowski
Colorado Springs , CO
07.2019 - 06.2022
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Taught children everyday skills and language.
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
  • Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Involved children in caring for household pets and chores.
  • Drove children to dance, cheer and sports practices.
  • Fostered close relationships with children by discussing school, friends and hobbies.
  • Supported children's educational progress by reviewing completed homework, quizzing on math and science and assisting with school projects.
  • Traveled with families to care for children, allowing parents to share private time while giving children fun adventures in diverse environments.
  • Maintained updated list of emergency contact information and child's health information in case of emergencies.
  • Met children at bus stop to walk home and assist with crossing street.
  • Studied and researched food allergies to understand requirements for individuals with such conditions.
  • Earned Type certification to expand skills and gain better understanding of childcare field.

Residential Supervisor

Cottonwood Inc.
Lawrence, KS
05.2015 - 10.2015
  • Recognized changes in behavior indicating potential crisis situations and took immediate and appropriate action.
  • Maintained caring, supportive and safe environment for residents through careful monitoring and continuous oversight.
  • Observed strict safety guidelines and regularly inspected bedrooms and common areas for any issues that posed danger to residents and staff members.
  • Coordinated all staffing schedules and made sure that each shift had adequate coverage.
  • Mediated conflict to provide safe and secure environment through policy enforcement.
  • Maintained communication with students' counselors, instructors, and staff members to promote supportive environment.
  • Established consistent relationships with students to maintain professional boundaries.
  • Facilitated minor care needs of facility by reporting issues to maintenance department for quick resolution.
  • Assisted students in handling tough situations to resolve problems.
  • Maintained individual records of emergency contacts and administrative support documentation for students.
  • Guided students to integrate into both academic and social communities on campus.
  • Initiated dormitory programs to foster positive relationships and safe social opportunities.
  • Provided supervision for cafeteria, laundry and special activities of facility.
  • Fostered productive and supportive environment for academic and social success.
  • Conducted timely evaluation of student progress to update post-conflict and post-disaster goals aligned with campus expectations.
  • Promoted positive relations between residents and staff.
  • Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
  • Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
  • Supported personal needs of residents dealing with diverse conditions.
  • Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents.
  • Facilitated floor meetings to discuss concerns, review complaints and convey information about policy changes.
  • Strategized to improve resident care and satisfaction and held weekly meetings with directors to advocate for resident needs.
  • Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols.
  • Provided emotional support and counseling to residents coping with loss and created and developed bereavement groups.

Education

High School Diploma - Gen Ed

Lourdes Central Catholic High School
Nebraska City, NE
05.2003

Skills

  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Timeline

Caregiver, Special Needs

Emily Craig
07.2022 - Current

Home Health Aide

Talem Home Healthcare
06.2022 - 07.2022

Private Nanny

Kara Kozlowski
07.2019 - 06.2022

Residential Supervisor

Cottonwood Inc.
05.2015 - 10.2015

High School Diploma - Gen Ed

Lourdes Central Catholic High School

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