Michelle Mckenney
Hidden Valley Lake,CA
Summary
Dedicated Caregiver providing customized care to manage diverse medical conditions. Skilled in organizing medications, appointments and activities. Compassionate, organized and personable with excellent communication skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
IHSS - In Home Supportive Services
01.2012 - Current
- Assist clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assist patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitor, track, and convey important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Change dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain healing and sanitary measures.
- Clean house, run errands, manage laundry, and complete weekly grocery shopping.
- Transport individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Provide safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Build strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
House Cleaner
Drew Crew Cleaning
07.2016 - 08.2023
- Create spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping.
- Empty trashcans and transport waste to collection areas.
- Deliver quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
- Disinfect and mop bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Hand-dust and wipe down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Dust picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Use chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Slide beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Remove bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treat stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
Childcare Provider
Self-employed
08.2004 - 01.2012
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent the spreading of germs.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Consulted with families to discuss the activities and behaviors of each child.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Living Heritage Academy
Lewisville, TX06.1996
Skills
- Care Plan Adherence
- Meal Preparation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Mobility Assistance
- End of Life Care
- Dependable and Responsible
- First Aid and Safety
- Patient Companionship
- Elderly Care
- Multitasking and Organization
- Supportive Companionship
- Client Transportation
Timeline
House Cleaner
Drew Crew Cleaning
07.2016 - 08.2023
Caregiver
IHSS - In Home Supportive Services
01.2012 - Current
Childcare Provider
Self-employed
08.2004 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Living Heritage Academy