Michelle Eddings
Rogers,AR
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with extensive experience with my own private clients and currently with an agency, at Brightstar Healthcare. I'm skilled in personal hygiene assistance and emotional support. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through effective communication and meticulous care plan management. Recognized for improving patient satisfaction and fostering a safe, nurturing environment for individuals with diverse needs.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Caregiver
Self Employed
2015 - Current
- Provided compassionate personal care, including assistance with daily living activities.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to clients' specific needs and preferences.
- Provided prompts for medications and monitored health conditions to ensure client safety.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to facilitate comprehensive care delivery.
- Mentored other caregivers, enhancing team skills and service quality.
- Implemented best practices for infection control and hygiene in caregiving settings.
- Advocated for clients' rights and well-being within their families and communities.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, completing housekeeping tasks as needed.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, offering a listening ear and empathetic conversation.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to provide comprehensive care plans for each patient.
- Ensured timely reporting of changes in patient condition to supervising nurses or physicians for immediate intervention.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for medical appointments or other necessary errands.
- Utilized effective communication skills to address any concerns or questions from clients or their family members.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate seamless care delivery across various settings.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while remaining focused on delivering exceptional quality care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Educated family members on best practices for caregiving at home, enhancing continuity of care between professional services visits.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices and industry trends in senior care.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Home Health CNA
Brightstar Healthcare
2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Provided compassionate companionship to enhance emotional well-being.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting care provided and progress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated clients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Implemented infection control procedures to ensure a safe environment for clients.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming to maintain patient hygiene and dignity.
- Improved patient satisfaction by actively listening and addressing concerns or requests promptly.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Conducted regular vital signs checks, monitoring patients'' conditions and reporting any changes to medical staff.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients at home.
- Provided transportation assistance to doctor appointments or therapy sessions as needed for continued patient care outside the home setting.
- Ensured timely medication administration for improved patient health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided mobility support, helping patients move safely around their homes and reducing the risk of falls or injuries.
- Supported mental well-being through engaging conversation or recreational activities tailored to each individual''s interests.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Property Tax Reimbursement Accountant
Walmart Home Office
2006 - 2015
- Assisted in preparing monthly financial statements for management review.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline budgeting processes.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Improved budget forecasting accuracy with detailed variance analysis between actual and budgeted figures.
- Improved financial decision-making by creating comprehensive financial forecasts.
- Identified significant tax savings opportunities by conducting in-depth research on applicable deductions and credits.
- Facilitated smoother processes by maintaining organized and comprehensive financial documentation.
- Assisted in successful negotiation of terms with clients and suppliers, improving company's cost-efficiency.
- Reduced financial risks by implementing internal controls and monitoring mechanisms.
- Played key role in financial planning and analysis, contributing to company's long-term financial strategy.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with external partners, ensuring smooth and efficient audit process.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect property tax filings.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
- Analyzed financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions efficiently.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through detailed expense analysis.
- Achieved compliance with all tax regulations by staying updated on changes and conducting thorough reviews of financial operations.
- Supported strategic decision-making by providing accurate and timely financial reports to executive management.
Specialized Foster Parent
Arkansas Support Network
1995 - 2005
- Provided emotional support to children in foster care, fostering a safe and nurturing environment.
- Developed individualized care plans addressing unique needs of each child, ensuring tailored support.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess and monitor children's well-being and progress.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively, promoting positive outcomes for children in care.
- Advocated for children's rights and needs within community resources and service systems.
- Conducted regular assessments to identify areas for improvement in care strategies and interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of children's progress, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Provided consistent emotional support and guidance to help children cope with past trauma and adjust to their new living situation.
- Nurtured resilience in foster children by helping them understand their strengths and building self-esteem through encouragement and praise.
- Assisted in maintaining relationships between children and their extended families or support networks when appropriate for their wellbeing.
- Facilitated family visits and maintained open communication with biological parents when appropriate to support reunification efforts.
- Modeled healthy communication skills and conflict resolution techniques while maintaining a positive atmosphere within the home.
- Coordinated with therapists, educators, and other professionals to ensure all aspects of each child''s needs were met.
- Maintained detailed records of children''s progress, medical appointments, and school activities for regular review by caseworkers.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to address challenging behaviors while promoting personal growth and development.
- Improved overall stability for foster children by establishing clear boundaries, expectations, and routines within the household.
- Enhanced children''s well-being by providing a safe, nurturing, and structured home environment.
- Promoted educational success by assisting with homework assignments, monitoring school performance, and attending parent-teacher conferences.
- Attended ongoing training sessions to stay current on best practices in foster care provision and trauma-informed parenting techniques.
- Facilitated the integration of new foster children into the household by providing a warm welcome and thorough orientation to house rules and expectations.
- Advocated for the best interests of each child during court hearings or case reviews involving decisions about their future placements or permanency plans.
- Fostered cultural competence within the family by celebrating diverse traditions, customs, and holidays relevant to each child''s background.
- Collaborated with social workers to develop individualized care plans for each child in the foster home.
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
- Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
- Prepared and maintained individual beds and personal space for foster children.
- Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
- Improved children's health by preparing healthy meals and snacks.
- Offered extensive care to troubled older children without likelihood of adoption.
- Supported education of children under care through consistent attendance to school and attentiveness to homework assignments.
- Assisted children through recovery from difficult home or school situations.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Taught older children about money, driving and other important life skills.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Bentonville, ARSkills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Compassionate care
- Medication Reminders
- Housekeeping tasks
- Toileting support
- Light exercise encouragement
- Feeding assistance
- Bathing assistance
- Grooming help
- Mobility support
- Behavior redirection
- Behavioral management
- End-of-life care
- Medical appointment coordination
- Transportation services
- Dementia expertise
- Incontinence care
- Client documentation
- Oxygen administration
- Assistive device use
- Nutritional planning
- Recreational activities
- Chronic illness management
- Physical therapy support
- Family liaison
- Fall prevention
- Patient assistance
- Case management
- Activities of daily living
- Compassionate caregiving
- Meal preparation
- Clear communication
- Patient care
- First aid and safety
- Housekeeping
- Dementia care
- Patient companionship
- Time management
- Social interaction
- Palliative care
- Data confidentiality
- Infection control
- Documentation and reporting
- Relationship building
- Customer service
- Progress documentation
- Care plan management
- Diabetes care
- Safe patient transportation
- Post operative care
- Housekeeping duties
- Rehabilitation exercise
- Care plan development
- Care plan assessment
- Basic mathematics
- Patient advocacy
- Language fluency
- Physical stamina
- Problem-solving
- Friendly and outgoing
- Attention to detail
- Daily living assistance
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Record keeping
- Health monitoring
- Medical care support
- Client safety and first aid
- Compassionate client care
- Client protection
- Activity documentation
- Emotional companionship
- Transfer assistance
- Personal care aide
- Light housekeeping
- Vitals monitoring and documentation
- Critical thinking
- Bedside care
- Attentive to people
- Cooking meals
Timeline
Senior Caregiver
Self Employed
2015 - Current
Home Health CNA
Brightstar Healthcare
2025 - Current
Property Tax Reimbursement Accountant
Walmart Home Office
2006 - 2015
Specialized Foster Parent
Arkansas Support Network
1995 - 2005
No Degree - General Studies
NorthWest Arkansas Community College