Melanie Kim Shaner
Mount Holly,VA
Summary
Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Arc
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Home Care Aide
Arc
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Activities Assistant
Potomac Place
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events
- Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises to help residents regain strength and mobility
- Maintained master calendar and relevant records
- Assisted with bathing, dressing and grooming, allowing residents to maintain independence and dignity
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
Mansfield, PA08.1983
High School Diploma - undefined
Williamsburg High School
Williamsburg, PA06.1979
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Emotional and Social Support
- Caregiver Relations
- Dietary Orders Compliance
- Family Support and Instruction
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Meal Planning and Preparation
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Caregiver
Arc
11.2022 - 07.2023
Home Care Aide
Arc
11.2022 - 07.2023
Activities Assistant
Potomac Place
06.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science -
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma - undefined
Williamsburg High School
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