Lauren Anderson
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Fast learner, responsible,timely, and organized woman looking to help others. Along with being trained in taking care of the sick and elderly I also have experience in working with special needs children along with children of all ages.
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.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Companion Caregiver
Family
Philadelphia, PA
12.2020 - Current
- Enhanced client well-being by providing companionship and engaging in meaningful conversations.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, improving their quality of life.
- Facilitated medication management for clients, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
- Provided transportation to appointments and social events, promoting client independence and participation in community activities.
- Managed household chores such as laundry and cleaning, maintaining a clean and organized living space for clients.
- Monitored client health status through regular check-ins, promptly reporting any concerns or changes in condition to healthcare providers.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Elderly Caregiver
Family
Philadelphia
01.2015 - 12.2023
- Enhanced elderly residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.
- Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to seniors, fostering positive relationships and enhancing their overall mental health.
- Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.
- Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy routines.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for each client, addressing specific needs and goals.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
Babysitting
Family And Neighbors
Philadelphia, PA
01.2010 - 01.2023
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
- Managed schedules for multiple children, ensuring timely transportation to extracurricular activities while maintaining open communication with parents regarding scheduling needs.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
Cashier, Front End Manger, Cash Room Attendant
Acme Markets, Inc
Philadelphia, PA
11.2013 - 01.2017
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
Associate of Behavioral Health - Behavioral Health And Human Services
Community College of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA05.2019
High School Diploma -
Saint Huberts High School
Philadelphia, PA06.2014
Skills
- Hygiene assistance
- Fall prevention
- Patience and understanding
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Time management
- Personal care assistance
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Transportation services
- Relationship Building
Internship
While in college I did an internship for a year while going school as well. During this internship I worked with children of all ages and all different types of personalities. During this time I worked at my old grade school. I was able to assist in helping children mostly the age of 5 through 10 learn many different things. From learning the ABC to helping with speech or. Even listening to they problems they are having.
Timeline
Companion Caregiver
Family
12.2020 - Current
Elderly Caregiver
Family
01.2015 - 12.2023
Cashier, Front End Manger, Cash Room Attendant
Acme Markets, Inc
11.2013 - 01.2017
Babysitting
Family And Neighbors
01.2010 - 01.2023
Associate of Behavioral Health - Behavioral Health And Human Services
Community College of Philadelphia
High School Diploma -
Saint Huberts High School