Sarah Sires
West Bend,WI
Summary
Kind Caregiver with experience addressing physical and emotional needs. Familiar with scheduling and managing appointments, coordinating household support, and offering caring companionship. Well-organized with medications and physically fit to handle any client need.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver Manager
Joe's Angels
West Bend, WI
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
Caregiver
Comfor Care
Jackson, WI
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Head Caregiver
Heart & Home Adult Day Care
Slinger, WI
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Coordinated with other health professionals to ensure quality of care.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs according to physician orders.
- Provided companionship through conversation and emotional support.
- Billing
- Schedules
Caregiver
Autumn Oaks
Slinger, WI
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Caregiver
Ivy Manor
Jackson, WI
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
Cosmetic Beauty Advisor
Boston Store
West Bend, WI
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Provided customers with beauty advice, product recommendations and application techniques.
- Maintained an accurate inventory of all beauty products on hand.
- Performed cashier duties such as ringing up sales, processing payments and handling returns or exchanges.
- Greeted customers upon arrival in store and responded to inquiries promptly.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing personalized service.
- Stayed up-to-date on current and emerging trends to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
Education
GED -
Beaver Dam High School
Beaver Dam, WI06-2007
Skills
- Meal Preparation
- HIPAA Compliance
- ADL Assistance
- Behavioral Management
- Housekeeping
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Dementia Care
- First aid and safety
- Medication Administration
- Records Maintenance
- Multitasking and Organization
Timeline
Caregiver Manager
Joe's Angels
01.2022 - Current
Caregiver
Comfor Care
01.2017 - 01.2022
Head Caregiver
Heart & Home Adult Day Care
01.2016 - 01.2017
Caregiver
Autumn Oaks
01.2015 - 01.2016
Caregiver
Ivy Manor
01.2014 - 01.2015
Cosmetic Beauty Advisor
Boston Store
01.2008 - 01.2015
GED -
Beaver Dam High School