K. Iku Smith
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Experienced caregiver, notably with The Smith Family, adept in fostering independence and emotional well-being in clients of all ages. Excelled in medication administration and relationship building, significantly reducing hospital readmissions. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability, ensuring personalized care that exceeds employer expectations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
The Smith Family
10.2020 - Current
- maintained open communication about each child''s progress and needs with parents.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
Overnight Elderly Caregiver
The Weatherby Family
03.2016 - 11.2017
- Provided compassionate care in daytime and overnight shifts to a female client in her nineties with mobility issues. Also provided the same care to her cat.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosages and timings to maintain optimal health.
- Also responsible for bathing, dressing, and meal assembly.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client status updates or any specific concerns that arose overnight.
- Performed light housekeeping duties and light laundry
- Provided emotional support to client during day and nighttime hours, fostering a sense of security and companionship.
- Developed strong rapport with client, earning trust through attentive listening and genuine empathy.
Live-In Elderly Caregiver
The Christian Family
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Lovingly supported my 92 year old grandmother in maintaining independence by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
- Assisted her in achieving physical therapy goals by encouraging participation in prescribed exercises under the guidance of licensed therapists.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent observation, medication management, and timely communication with healthcare professionals.
- Managed household tasks efficiently including help with cooking, cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, and running errands to maintain a comfortable living environment.
Live-In Elderly Caregiver
The Coley Family
07.2009 - 05.2010
- With great empathy and respect, supported a male client in his nineties.
- Promoted overall mental health for him through engaging conversations on various topics of interest and reminiscing about past experiences.
- Maintained professional boundaries while developing deep connections with Mr. Coley, fostering trust and creating a supportive caregiving environment.
- Supported Mr. Coley in maintaining independence by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, meal assembly, and light housekeeping.
Live-In Caregiver/PCA
The Frankian Family
07.2008 - 10.2009
- Joyously cared for an energetic wheelchair bound female client with spinal muscular atrophy in her forties.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, and toileting.
- Maintained a clean, safe living environment for her by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning.
- Promoted her physical and mental health by engaging in appropriate exercises and recreational activities.
Overnight Elderly Caregiver
The Wilson Family
07.2004 - 12.2004
- Offered companionship and kindness to an elderly couple in their eighties.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Language Arts Education
Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL05.1995
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Light Housekeeping
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Relationship Building
- Time Management
Timeline
Private Nanny
The Smith Family
10.2020 - Current
Overnight Elderly Caregiver
The Weatherby Family
03.2016 - 11.2017
Live-In Elderly Caregiver
The Christian Family
03.2015 - 07.2016
Live-In Elderly Caregiver
The Coley Family
07.2009 - 05.2010
Live-In Caregiver/PCA
The Frankian Family
07.2008 - 10.2009
Overnight Elderly Caregiver
The Wilson Family
07.2004 - 12.2004
Bachelor Of Science - Language Arts Education
Alabama State University
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