Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Tammy Burns

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dedicated Caregiver with excellent experience in industry. Maintains professional appearance and demeanor and expertly completes assigned tasks with focus on quality. Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organization skills. Empathic Personal Care Worker recognized for superior service and commitment to client comfort and mental well-being. Proponent of holistic care practices to satisfy social and recreational needs in addition to traditional concerns such as hygiene and meal prep. Closely monitors health and status changes for timely physician reporting or on-the-spot adjustments for non-emergencies. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver/Personal Assistant

Addus Home Health Care
Chicago, IL
02.2019 - 10.2021
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.

Home Care Provider

D.O.R.S/DHS
Chicago, IL
04.2012 - 11.2019
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.

Education

High School Diploma -

Collins Academy High School
Chicago, IL
06.2007

Skills

  • Housekeeping
  • Relationship/team building
  • Strong problem solver
  • Errands
  • Chauffeuring
  • Travel administration

Timeline

Caregiver/Personal Assistant

Addus Home Health Care
02.2019 - 10.2021

Home Care Provider

D.O.R.S/DHS
04.2012 - 11.2019

High School Diploma -

Collins Academy High School
Tammy Burns