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Khavani Clarkson

Urbandale

Summary

Compassionate Care Provider recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in developing personalized care plans, emergency response, and behavior management techniques. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience to enhance client comfort and provide exceptional support.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Respite Care Provider

INTRA-National Home Health Care
Des Moines
07.2025 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Communicated effectively with families to ensure care preferences were met.
  • Supported clients in social and recreational activities to promote engagement.
  • Documented client progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop individualized care plans.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Ensured safety of all clients at all times while providing respite care services.
  • Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques according to established protocols.

In-Home Caretaker

Family Members
Des Moines
06.2025 - Current
  • Assisted with daily personal care routines including bathing and dressing.
  • Prepared nutritious meals based on dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support during social activities.
  • Organized household tasks such as cleaning and laundry management.
  • Monitored health conditions and reported changes to family members promptly.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping tasks including laundry, vacuuming, dusting and meal preparation.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.

In-Home Caretaker

Veridian Fiscal Solutions
Des Moines
03.2025 - Current
  • Assisted with daily personal care routines including bathing and dressing.
  • Managed medication schedules and ensured timely administration.
  • Prepared nutritious meals based on dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support during social activities.
  • Organized household tasks such as cleaning and laundry management.
  • Monitored health conditions and reported changes to family members promptly.
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.

Freelance Artist

Self Employed
Des Moines
10.2022 - Current
  • Created original artwork for commercial and private clients, meeting tight deadlines.
  • Developed concept art and illustrations for streamer and indie developers using Clip Studio Paint and Procreate.
  • Designed logos and promotional materials for various businesses.
  • Produced detailed sketches of character designs for clients.
  • Created custom drawings, paintings, and sculptures to customer specifications. Managed client relations by providing timely updates on project progress.
  • Engaged with the community through workshops and art demonstrations.
  • Researched art trends to inform personal style and project direction.

In-Home Caretaker

Family Members
Des Moines
05.2023 - 08.2025
  • Assisted with daily personal care routines including bathing and dressing.
  • Managed medication schedules and ensured timely administration.
  • Prepared nutritious meals based on dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support during social activities.
  • Organized household tasks such as cleaning and laundry management.
  • Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and errands.
  • Communicated regularly with family members about care needs and updates.
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.

Sales Associate

Target
Des Moines
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Collaborated with management teams to develop innovative marketing strategies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Theodore Roosevelt High School
4419 Center St, Des Moines, IA 50312
05-2022

Skills

  • Personal care assistance
  • Medication management
  • Client documentation
  • Care plan development
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient observation
  • Team collaboration
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Emotional support
  • Relationship building
  • Organizational skills
  • Community engagement
  • Credit card processing
  • Payment processing
  • Decision making aptitude

Timeline

Respite Care Provider

INTRA-National Home Health Care
07.2025 - Current

In-Home Caretaker

Family Members
06.2025 - Current

In-Home Caretaker

Veridian Fiscal Solutions
03.2025 - Current

Sales Associate

Target
10.2023 - 03.2024

In-Home Caretaker

Family Members
05.2023 - 08.2025

Freelance Artist

Self Employed
10.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Theodore Roosevelt High School