Sheila Lightbourne
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a proven track record of enhancing patient quality of life through attentive daily living assistance and relationship building. Excelled in elderly care at Discovery Village At Stuart, demonstrating exceptional time management and problem-solving skills. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and fostering independence in clients.
Reliable and compassionate, always dedicated to providing high-quality care and support. Possesses foundational knowledge in patient care and safety, coupled with basic skills in daily living assistance and communication. Committed to making positive impact on clients' well-being and quality of life.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver
Discovery Village At Stuart
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Home Health Aide
Home Care Partners of Florida
09.2022 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Home Health Aide
CareGivers of America
02.2018 - 08.2022
- 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.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
Housekeeping
Devonshire Senior Living Community
12.2016 - 12.2021
- Cleaned floors with sweeping, dusting, damp or wet mopping and disinfecting.
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and tidiness in assigned areas, ensuring a safe and pleasant environment.
Dietary Aide
Avante at Lake Worth Rehabilitation
09.2014 - 12.2016
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
Environmental Service Aide
West Boca Medical Center
12.2015 - 02.2016
- Strengthened adherence to safety guidelines by consistently utilizing personal protective equipment during cleaning tasks.
- Assisted in infection control measures by promptly responding to emergency spills and biohazard incidents.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff with thorough disinfection of high-touch surfaces.
Dietary Aide
Heartland Health Care Center
08.2012 - 09.2014
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Caregiver
Avalon Assisted Living
01.2009 - 07.2012
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Caregiver
Youthful Aging Home Care
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame De Lourdes School
Port-de-Paix, Haiti05-1983
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Elderly care
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Patient care
- Daily living assistance
- Housekeeping
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Mobility assistance
- Special needs care
- ADL assistance
- Meal preparation
- Relationship building
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Caregiver
Discovery Village At Stuart
01.2023 - 01.2024
Home Health Aide
Home Care Partners of Florida
09.2022 - 12.2023
Home Health Aide
CareGivers of America
02.2018 - 08.2022
Housekeeping
Devonshire Senior Living Community
12.2016 - 12.2021
Environmental Service Aide
West Boca Medical Center
12.2015 - 02.2016
Dietary Aide
Avante at Lake Worth Rehabilitation
09.2014 - 12.2016
Dietary Aide
Heartland Health Care Center
08.2012 - 09.2014
Caregiver
Avalon Assisted Living
01.2009 - 07.2012
Caregiver
Youthful Aging Home Care
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
- Home Health Aide Certification (HHA) - National Association for Home Care & Hospice.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame De Lourdes School
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