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Sherry Gladu

Windham,ME

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Friendly and flexible candidate with solid customer service background. Quick learner possessing strong understanding about managing patient records, scheduling software and medical terminology. Collaborative administrative professional with strong task prioritization and organizational skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Caregiver

Rebecca
11.2022 - 07.2023
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
  • Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Improved patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Coordinated medical appointments for efficient scheduling and minimized conflicts or overlaps in care provision.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

Private Nanny

Betty Jo Randall
10.2019 - 10.2022
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
  • Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
  • Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
  • Collaborated with parents to establish effective bedtime routines, resulting in improved sleep patterns for the children.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.

Private In-Home Caregiver

Laura Brown
08.2016 - 01.2021
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
  • Developed strong bonds with clients through compassionate caregiving and attentive listening to their needs.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each client, resulting in optimal health outcomes.
  • Managed medication schedules for multiple clients, ensuring timely administration and adherence to prescribed regimens.
  • Established routines that promoted stability and consistency for clients with cognitive impairments or memory loss.
  • Served as an advocate for the client when communicating with family members or healthcare providers regarding their needs or concerns.
  • Conducted regular assessments of the client''s condition, reporting any changes or concerns promptly to appropriate parties.
  • Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date on best practices for private caregiving.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.

Private Home Caregiver

Mr & Mrs Mark Server
09.2009 - 12.2015
  • Enhanced client comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in a private home setting.
  • Promoted independence and wellness for clients through personalized daily living assistance and support.
  • Ensured safety of clients by diligently following care plans, monitoring health conditions, and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Increased client satisfaction with tailored activities and companionship, fostering positive relationships and trust.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accurate records to ensure proper dosage and timely administration.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Westbrook High School
Westbrook
06.1986

Skills

  • Care Plan Management
  • Clinical Quality Program Standards
  • Care plan assessment
  • Insurance Verification
  • Records Management
  • Payment Collection
  • Mail Management
  • Medical billing and coding
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Organizational Skills
  • Strong customer service

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Mental Health and Rehabilitation Technician (MHRT)

Timeline

Private Caregiver

Rebecca
11.2022 - 07.2023

Private Nanny

Betty Jo Randall
10.2019 - 10.2022

Private In-Home Caregiver

Laura Brown
08.2016 - 01.2021

Private Home Caregiver

Mr & Mrs Mark Server
09.2009 - 12.2015

High School Diploma -

Westbrook High School
  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Mental Health and Rehabilitation Technician (MHRT)
Sherry Gladu