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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Home health Aid
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Shara Strothers

Newark,NJ

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with extensive experience at Arc Of Essex County, skilled in personal care and dementia support. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and well-being through effective communication and teamwork. Certified in CPR/AED, I excel in fostering trusting relationships with clients and families while ensuring a clean and safe environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DSP

Arc Of Essex County
09.2024 - Current
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

Home Health Aide

Hands of an Angel
05.2024 - Current
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.

Care Assistant

Development, Disability, Association of New Jersey
03.2019 - 08.2024
  • Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Assisted patients with mobility, transferring them safely between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs as needed.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the caregiving process, building trust and rapport.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing guidance on how they could best assist their loved ones throughout the caregiving journey.

Security Guard

24/7 Security Agency
08.2017 - 06.2019
  • Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
  • Responded to emergencies promptly, ensuring the safety of all individuals on site.
  • Enhanced overall security by conducting thorough patrols and monitoring premises.

Education

East Side High School
238 Van Buren St,Newark NJ

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Fast learner
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • CPR certification
  • Dementia care
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Household cleaning
  • Housekeeping
  • Personal care worker
  • Wound care
  • Medication administration
  • First aid training
  • First aid certification
  • Personal care aide (PCA)

Certification

Home Health AID , medication aid, CPR,AED,BLS

Home health Aid

Home health aid

Timeline

DSP

Arc Of Essex County
09.2024 - Current

Home Health Aide

Hands of an Angel
05.2024 - Current

Care Assistant

Development, Disability, Association of New Jersey
03.2019 - 08.2024

Security Guard

24/7 Security Agency
08.2017 - 06.2019

East Side High School

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