Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Linda Charping

Eastanollee,GA

Summary

Professional caretaker with significant experience in providing compassionate and reliable in-home support. Skilled in personal care, medication management, and household assistance, ensuring clients' well-being and comfort. Strong team collaborator who adapts to changing needs, consistently achieving positive outcomes. Known for empathy, patience, and exceptional communication skills.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

In-Home Caretaker

Self-employeed
08.2011 - Current
  • Managed medication schedules to ensure timely administration and improve client health outcomes.
  • Educated clients on self-care techniques for enhanced autonomy in managing their wellbeing.
  • Developed personalized care plans tailored to each client''s unique needs, promoting overall wellness.
  • Provided emotional support through active listening and empathetic communication, fostering positive relationships with clients.

Caregiver

Help At Home Health Care
04.2006 - 09.2012
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.

CNA

Pruitt Healthcare
06.2000 - 09.2006
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.

CNA

Oconee Area Home Care
02.1998 - 07.2000
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.

CNA

Comer Health And Rehabilitation
03.1997 - 03.1998
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Education

GED -

Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA
05-1983

No Degree - CNA

CNA Training Classes
Brown Healthcare
03-1997

Skills

  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Bathing assistance
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Grooming assistance
  • Dementia care
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Dressing assistance
  • Emotional support

Accomplishments

  • Achieved certification by completing classes with accuracy and efficiency.

Certification

  • CHHA - Certified Home Health Aide

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

In-Home Caretaker

Self-employeed
08.2011 - Current

Caregiver

Help At Home Health Care
04.2006 - 09.2012

CNA

Pruitt Healthcare
06.2000 - 09.2006

CNA

Oconee Area Home Care
02.1998 - 07.2000

CNA

Comer Health And Rehabilitation
03.1997 - 03.1998

GED -

Gwinnett Technical College

No Degree - CNA

CNA Training Classes

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