Mary Stuart
Ostrander,OH
Summary
Compassionate private caregiver with history of providing personal care services in home settings. Skilled in daily living assistance, health monitoring, and companionship. Notable strengths include ability to maintain patient dignity while ensuring safety and well-being. Previous work resulted in improved quality of life for patients through consistent, high-quality care.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Caregiver
Self-employeed
Delaware, Ohio
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Organized medication reminders for clients taking multiple prescriptions throughout the day.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and glucose levels.
- Ensured proper nutrition by preparing meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by doctors or nutritionists.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry, tidying up living spaces and changing bed linens.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments, grocery stores, and other necessary destinations.
- Assisted elderly clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and meal preparation.
- Administered prescribed medications according to physician instructions and monitored for adverse reactions.
- Accompanied clients on recreational activities such as walks or trips to the park.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, family members and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Ambulated individuals around home, public and medical locations.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
Paraprofessional-Aide
Buckeye Valley Local Schools
Delaware, Ohio
08.2013 - 11.2023
- Ensured that all instructional materials were available in a timely manner for use during lessons or activities.
- Assisted teachers with lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Monitored student behavior in the classroom and cafeteria settings.
- Provided extra help to students who needed additional assistance in understanding concepts taught by the teacher.
- Developed strategies for helping struggling learners increase their academic success rate.
- Promoted an atmosphere of respect within the classroom setting.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individual learning plans for at-risk students.
- Supported special education programs by providing one-on-one assistance to students with disabilities.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
Independent Care Provider
State Of Ohio Medicaid Waiver
Delaware, Ohio
11.2001 - 12.2013
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Maintained accurate records of services rendered and changes in client conditions.
- Respected the privacy rights of clients at all times.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided appropriate first aid treatment when necessary.
- Encouraged independence while providing necessary assistance in order to maximize quality of life.
- Helped clients with mobility issues get out of bed safely using specialized equipment.
- Ensured proper use of adaptive devices like wheelchairs or walkers.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Organized recreational activities such as reading books, playing games or taking walks together.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rutherford B Hayes High School
Delaware, OH06-1990
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Behavioral Management
- Recreational Activities
- Emotional Support
- Patient Care
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Knowledge of state regulations
- Disability Awareness
Accomplishments
- Annual Performance Award, Award Presented to honor outstanding teamwork, performance and devotion.
Certification
- Previously certified in CPR/First Aid
- Previously state tested Nursing Assistant
- EMT Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Caregiver
Self-employeed
01.2023 - 06.2024
Paraprofessional-Aide
Buckeye Valley Local Schools
08.2013 - 11.2023
Independent Care Provider
State Of Ohio Medicaid Waiver
11.2001 - 12.2013
High School Diploma -
Rutherford B Hayes High School