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Summer Colston

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Compassionate and dependable caregiver with a background in medical assisting, childcare, and senior care seeking a part-time caregiver position. Available Thursday through Sunday for day, evening, or overnight shifts. Dedicated to providing safe, respectful, and quality care to individuals in need. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness, and household activities.

Work History

Caregiver

Legacy Village
03 2021 - 06 2025
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to medication schedules.

Caregiver

Home Instead Care
07 2018 - 03 2021
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.

Caregiver (Family)

IHP
02 2015 - 02 2018
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Education

General Education

EHS High School
2013

Bachelors - Healthcare Administration

Colorado Technical University
2027

Medical assistant

Charter College

Skills

  • Patient Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Progress documentation
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • State regulations knowledge
  • Medical office administration
  • Patient care
  • Meal planning and preparation
  • Medical chart documentation
  • Wound care maintenance

Timeline

Caregiver

Legacy Village
03 2021 - 06 2025

Caregiver

Home Instead Care
07 2018 - 03 2021

Caregiver (Family)

IHP
02 2015 - 02 2018

General Education

EHS High School

Bachelors - Healthcare Administration

Colorado Technical University

Medical assistant

Charter College