Marista Cage
Chicago,IL
Summary
Versatile and compassionate professional with a proven track record at Help at Home Senior Care, excelling in patient care and companionship. Skilled in medication coordination and empathetic listening, I've significantly enhanced client wellness and satisfaction. Demonstrated ability to adapt to new challenges, ensuring high-quality service delivery with a commitment to improving organizational processes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Help at Home Senior Care
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Licensed Cosmetologist
MAC Addixtions
06.2019 - Current
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
- Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Assessed customer hair texture, treatment history, and desired outcome to determine services required.
- Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
- Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
- Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
- Trained new cosmetologists on makeup and skincare products and techniques.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
Drybar
Receptionist And Staff
02.2015 - 05.2019
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomist
Northwest Phlebotomy School
Chicago11-2024
No Degree - Cosmetologist
Cannella School Of Hair Design
Chicago, IL06-2018
High School Diploma -
Percy L. Julian
Chicago, IL04-2006
Skills
- Compassionate client care
- Documentation
- Medication coordination
- Autism support
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Verbal and written communication skills
- At-home care instruction
- Daily living assistance
- Empathetic listening
- Daily living activities assistance
- Patient care and companionship
Certification
- Licensed Cosmetologist - 09/2026
- Certified Phlebotomy, Nothwest Phlebotomy School - 11/2024 - 11/2026
Timeline
Caregiver
Help at Home Senior Care
11.2023 - Current
Licensed Cosmetologist
MAC Addixtions
06.2019 - Current
Drybar
Receptionist And Staff
02.2015 - 05.2019
No Degree - Phlebotomist
Northwest Phlebotomy School
No Degree - Cosmetologist
Cannella School Of Hair Design
High School Diploma -
Percy L. Julian
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