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Susan Ciaramella

South Lake Tahoe,CA

Summary

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.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Self
05.2015 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.

Trail Ride Guide - Seasonal Job

Red's Meadow Resort & Pack Station
07.2014 - 10.2014
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Answered questions, pointed out important features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
  • Guided groups of up to 12 people on scheduled tours.
  • Entertained tour guests with various props and signs for maximum engagement, fun, and lasting memories.
  • Worked closely with management staff to create new and lucrative tours.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Provided information on various sites throughout area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest.

Horse Trainer/Horse Caretaker

Self
01.1980 - 06.2014
  • Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.
  • Cleaned stables and riding areas.
  • Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
  • Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.
  • Inspected, prepared, cleaned, disinfected and maintained comfortable horse stable and enclosures.
  • Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
  • Scheduled farrier and vet appointments regularly.
  • Instilled basics of horsemanship and riding in beginners, first-time or occasional riders, refining knowledge and skills of more advanced riders.
  • Coached and trained students in basic care and maintenance of horses and stables in addition to riding technique, form and skills.
  • Fit gear for horses and specific riders.
  • Advised students on standard riding gear, proper use and basic care and maintenance.
  • Monitored horses health and statuses before races or competitions.
  • Instructed students in horsemanship and specific riding skills in both English and Western riding styles.

Animal Caretaker

Self Empoyed
01.1975 - 03.1990
  • Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
  • Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
  • Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
  • Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
  • Provided enrichment activities to improve physical and psychological well-being of pets and prevent boredom.
  • Learned and followed safety protocols for transporting animals to and from facilities to avoid injuries and keep animals safe.
  • Prepared special diets for animals to accommodate specific health conditions and species-specific needs.
  • Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention.
  • Documented observations of animal behavior and physical condition to track health and progress.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
  • Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
  • Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
  • Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sylmar High
Sylmar, CA
06.1983

Skills

  • Communication Assistance
  • First Aid and Safety
  • First Aid Certification
  • Patient Management
  • Medical Reminders
  • Deliver Exceptional Care
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Housekeeping

Timeline

Caregiver

Self
05.2015 - Current

Trail Ride Guide - Seasonal Job

Red's Meadow Resort & Pack Station
07.2014 - 10.2014

Horse Trainer/Horse Caretaker

Self
01.1980 - 06.2014

Animal Caretaker

Self Empoyed
01.1975 - 03.1990

High School Diploma -

Sylmar High

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