Samantha Ducharme

• (Kennel Tech) Going in and getting all dogs in their assigned outdoor runs, cleaning and sanitizing all kennels inside and out, watching each pet closely during playtime and of course playing and interacting with all dogs as well as giving one on one time. Preparing and feeding all dogs their breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• ( Bathing) Getting dogs that are scheduled for baths or groom and doing a full service 12 step washing ( this included ear cleaning, nail trim, shampooing, conditioning, full blow out, and brushing) to ensure pets are cleaned thoroughly.
• (Shift Lead/ Management) Administrating medications that is needed such as insulin, fluids, pilling, or just giving simple joint chews.
• Developed training programs for staff to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Oversaw daily operations, ensuring high standards of pet care and customer service.
• Led team meetings to foster communication, align goals, and address operational challenges.
• Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
• Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.

• Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort in home environments.
• Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
• Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
• Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
• Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
• Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
• Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
• Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
• Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
• Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
• Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
• Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
• Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
• Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
• Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
• Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
• Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching, and strength building.
• Ensured timely medication administration, managing accurate records of dosages and schedules for multiple clients.
• Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
• Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Provided respite care for families, allowing them the opportunity to recharge while ensuring their loved one received consistent quality care.

Walked and played with clients animals, going to their houses and correctly putting on harness and leashes to go on full walks or going to the dog park.

Taking care of home needs such as feeding them as scheduled as well as taking any medications.

• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

• Coming in for opening and getting all dogs situated and put into each daycare room they were assigned to, watch, play, control behavior and aggressive playing, running all dogs to bathroom (reactives separately) before nap time, running dogs after nap, get dogs ready for going home. Filling and refilling buckets for the dogs. Spraying every night after all dogs have gone home. Cleaning up poop and pee.

• Provided personalized care to clients, enhancing daily living activities and overall quality of life.
• Assisted with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules and safety protocols.
• Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals and family members.
• Monitored client health status, documenting changes and communicating effectively with medical staff.
• Assisted clients in maintaining a clean and comfortable living environment through light housekeeping tasks.
• Boosted client satisfaction by delivering compassionate support and timely response to their needs.

• I worked with a 8 year old girl that was non motive, non verbal. Daily routine of exercising her, taking her on walks to get fresh air , playing and coloring with her there including her in as a normal child, bathing her every night, changing her at appropriate times as needed, getting her up every morning and into bed every night which included getting her into her pediatric wheelchair and securing her in. I was trained and have experience with G-tube as she herself had one.
• Implemented improvements in caregiving routines, resulting in enhanced client satisfaction and well-being.
• Monitored and documented client progress, ensuring adherence to care standards and regulatory compliance.
• Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.

• He was diagnosed with cancer. I monitored him daily, did any and all house work such as cleaning dusting, mopping, sweeping, laundry, meal preparations, giving medication, grooming, helping to bathroom, getting him in and out of bed into his wheelchair, ran errands such as grocery shopping, and picking medication up. Took blood pressure daily.
• Provided end-of-life care with dignity and compassion, ensuring a peaceful transition for both clients and their families.
• Supported families in navigating the complexities of caregiving, providing guidance on available resources and services.
• Coordinated appointments and transportation for clients, facilitating access to essential medical services.

• Welcomed guests with a friendly demeanor, ensuring positive first impressions.
• Managed guest seating arrangements to optimize flow and minimize wait times.
• Resolved customer inquiries and concerns efficiently, enhancing overall satisfaction levels.
• Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate timely food service for guests.
• Monitored dining area cleanliness and maintained a welcoming environment for patrons.
• Displayed friendly, outgoing, and energetic behavior to create warm, fun atmosphere for guests.
• Maintained a clean and organized entrance area, contributing to a positive first impression for visitors.
• Answered customer questions and pointed individuals in right directions.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail by ensuring all necessary materials, such as maps or brochures, were readily available at the entrance for guests'' convenience.
• Maintained cleanliness and organization of entrance area, contributing to positive first impression.