Saundra Thompson
Maitland
Summary
Compassionate caregiver experienced in developing individualized care plans and fostering trust. Recognized for emotional intelligence and the ability to enhance clients' quality of life through effective support and companionship.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Sandra Swen
Moon Township, PA
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities for clients.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet client needs.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety during movement and transfers.
- Monitored client health by tracking vital signs and reporting changes to family members.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, adhering to hygiene standards.
- Communicated effectively with clients, fostering trust and comfort during caregiving tasks.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Caregiver
Lynn Amato
Moon Township, PA
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care strategies.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices for client support and safety protocols.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Caregiver
Angela Ricciarei
Moon Township, PA
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- 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.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
Education
Oliver High School
Pittsburgh, PANo Degree - Human Behavior, Childcare, Psychology
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Elderly care
- Dependable and responsible
- Medication management
- Client transportation
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Meal preparation
- First aid and safety
- Patient companionship
Timeline
Caregiver
Sandra Swen
10.2024 - 11.2025
Caregiver
Lynn Amato
01.2022 - 05.2025
Caregiver
Angela Ricciarei
06.2020 - 04.2022
Oliver High School
No Degree - Human Behavior, Childcare, Psychology
Community College of Allegheny County