Shaquan Thomas
Gardena,CA
Summary
Compassionate and reliable caregiver with extensive experience in personal care, health monitoring, and transportation coordination. Known for attention to detail and a calming presence in crisis situations, ready to enhance client quality of life.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Elderly Caregiver
Action Health
Seal Beach, California
08.2026 - Current
- Provided compassionate care and companionship to elderly clients daily.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted clients with meal preparation and nutrition planning to promote healthy eating habits.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments and social events to enhance their quality of life.
- Organized bedding, maintained cleanliness by sweeping floors, and sanitized surfaces to facilitate daily living activities.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations in a calm manner.
Caregiver
I.H.S.S
Gardena, California
10.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with personal care and daily living activities.
- Supported clients in maintaining hygiene and comfort throughout the day.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Prepared nutritious meals based on dietary needs and preferences.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to medical appointments and social events.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Family Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
Torrance, California
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Assisted with personal hygiene needs including toileting and incontinence care.
- Provided personal care assistance with daily living activities for clients.
- Assisted clients with transferring between beds and wheelchairs to ensure their safety and comfort.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs of patients, promptly reporting changes to ensure appropriate medical responses.
- Delivered emotional support and encouragement to family members, fostering a positive atmosphere for those who were ill or disabled.
- Transported family members to medical appointments and other errands.
- Executed light housekeeping tasks including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, and changing bed linens to maintain a clean and comfortable living environment.
Caretaker
24 Homecare
Torrance, California
11.2015 - 02.2021
- Provided daily personal care to clients, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Assisted with medication management and adherence for client health needs.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and families.
- Fostered strong relationships with tenants through attentive and courteous customer service.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements.
- Documented client care and activities accurately to ensure continuity of care.
- Trained new staff on caregiving techniques and company policies consistently.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
- Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
Education
MEDICAL ASSISTANT/PHLEBOTOMY/HOME HEALTH AIDE - MEDICAL ASSISTANT/ PHLEBOTOMY/HOME HEALTH AIDE
ASSOCIATES TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Los Angeles, CA04-2023
Skills
- Personal care
- Medication adherence
- Health monitoring
- Meal preparation
- Transportation coordination
- Emergency response
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Elderly Caregiver
Action Health
08.2026 - Current
Caregiver
I.H.S.S
10.2025 - Current
Family Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
08.2022 - 05.2025
Caretaker
24 Homecare
11.2015 - 02.2021
MEDICAL ASSISTANT/PHLEBOTOMY/HOME HEALTH AIDE - MEDICAL ASSISTANT/ PHLEBOTOMY/HOME HEALTH AIDE
ASSOCIATES TECHNICAL COLLEGE