Kamilia Messick
Betty Cooper
Marion,NC
18
years of professional experience
Compassionate and dedicated Personal Caregiver with 10 years of experience providing in-home support to clients. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation, household management, mobility support and transportation. Known for building trusting relationships, offering emotional support, and helping clients maintain dignity, independence, and quality of life. Reliable, organized, and committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and positive environment.
Work History
Private in Home Caregiver
8 Months- Provided personal care and companionship to client, enhancing emotional well-being and comfort.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence while ensuring safety and dignity.
- Assisted clients with mobility challenges, enabling them to maintain independence and participate in daily activities.
- Developed strong bonds with client through compassionate caregiving and attentive listening to their needs.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult periods, fostering resilience and mental wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices by preparing nutritious meals according to specific dietary requirements or preferences.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by completing tasks efficiently, maintaining a clean home environment, and promoting safety.
- Improved clients'' quality of life by providing personalized in-home care and assistance with daily activities.
- Contributed to a positive, supportive home environment by respecting clients'' personal boundaries and cultural backgrounds.
- Delivered top-quality personal hygiene assistance, maintaining dignity and respect for the client''s privacy.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Private in Home Caregiver
2 Months- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Physical Therapy Assistance
- Prepared nutritious meals according to client dietary needs and preferences.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client status and needs.
- Provide support with feeding and drinking, promoting dignity and a positive mealtime experience
- Administered medications as prescribed by a physician and monitored the client's response to medication.
- Assisted with mobility issues including transferring from bed to wheelchair or walker and ambulation assistance.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as shampooing hair, washing their body,trimming nails, shaving facial hair.
- Conducted light housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or errands as needed.
Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant
3 Months- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Coordinated transportation for appointments and social activities for clients.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in client homes or facilities.
- Documented daily care activities and reported changes in client conditions accurately.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
Private in Home Caregiver
1 Year 4 Months- Administered medications according to established schedules and doses
- Provided compassionate in-home care, assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene.
- Prepared and cooked nutritious, home-style meals tailored to client preferences and dietary needs.
- Performed light housekeeping to keep living spaces clean, safe, and comfortable.
- Shopped for groceries and household supplies to ensure daily needs were consistently met.
- Assisted with organizing mail and supported clients with basic financial management.
- Coordinated routine maintenance and upkeep of client vehicles for safe and reliable use.
- Accompanied clients to doctor’s appointments, ran errands, and provided transportation as needed.
- Offered emotional support and companionship, fostering comfort and quality of life.
Waitress/Server
6 Months- My duties were to take and deliver beverage and food orders to the customers in my section and make sure they have everything they need through out their visit.
- Next, I print out than cash out their bill and make sure they are completely satisfied when they leave.
- When the end of the shift comes I do whatever side work is assigned to me, clean and restock my section, turn in the money thats owed at end of the night and go home.
5 Years 2 Months
- UMy job also consisted of cleaning all the bedrooms, bathrooms and the common areas of the plantation and where ever else i could be of any assistance.
Education
Caregiver Development 104: Bathing, Hair Care & Shaving Guidelines - Caregiver Development
Dementia Care Program, An Introduction - Caregiver Development
Caregiver Development 108: Ambulation & Transfer Guidelines - Caregiver Development
Caregiver Development 107: Toileting & Toileting Tramsfers - Caregiver Development
Caregiver Development 105:Oral, Skin, Nail Care & Hearing Aids - Caregiver Development
Some college - Language arts
Diploma
High School
Skills
Personal Care & Assistance (bathing
dressing
grooming)
Meal Planning & Preparation
Household Organization & Deep Cleaning & Light Housekeeping
Errands
Shopping & Transportation
Mail & Basic Financial Organization
Companionship & Emotional Support
Time Management & Reliability
Safety Awareness & Client Advocacy
Compassionate caregiving
Effective communication
Care planning coordination
Physical therapy assistance
Behavior redirection
Empathy display
Client documentation
Progress documentation
Fall prevention
Medical equipment operation
Client safety and first aid
Disability support
Flexible schedule and availability
Hoyer lifting equipment
Lifting and transferring
Heavy lifting
Dementia care
Parkinson’s care
Alzheimer’s care
Dependable and responsible
Microsoft Word
Leadership Skills
Problem solving
Willing To Relocate
- Marion, NC
- Lenoir, NC
- Asheville, NC
- Weaverville, NC
Personal Information
Timeline
Private in Home Caregiver
Betty Cooper
10.2025 - 06.2026Read More
Private in Home Caregiver
Marlene Johnson & Tina Holmes
08.2025 - 10.2025Read More
Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant
Visiting Angles
02.2025 - 05.2025Read More
Private in Home Caregiver
Mary Odonnell
09.2023 - 01.2025Read More
Waitress/Server
Applebees of Morganton
11.2015 - 05.2016Read More
Glenda Michaels Plantation
04.2008 - 06.2013Read More
Freedom High School
High School
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R.L. Patton High School
Diploma
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WPCC
Some college from Language arts
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Visiting Angels University Online LearningZen
Caregiver Development 105:Oral, Skin, Nail Care & Hearing Aids from Caregiver Development
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Visiting Angels University Online LearningZen
Caregiver Development 107: Toileting & Toileting Tramsfers from Caregiver Development
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Visiting Angels University Online LearningZen
Caregiver Development 108: Ambulation & Transfer Guidelines from Caregiver Development
Read More
Visiting Angels University Online LearningZen
Dementia Care Program, An Introduction from Caregiver Development
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Visiting Angels University Online LearningZen
Caregiver Development 104: Bathing, Hair Care & Shaving Guidelines from Caregiver Development
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