Yvonne Wolcott
Batavia,NY
Summary
Proven caregiver with a track record of enhancing client well-being at home, through expert meal preparation and compassionate emotional support. Demonstrates critical thinking and empathy, significantly improving clients' quality of life. Adapts quickly to changing needs, ensuring safety and fostering independence. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Live-In Caregiver
Caregiver Stipend Program, VA Health Center
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Maintained a clean, safe living environment for clients by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing household items.
- Enhanced nutritional intake of clients by preparing healthy meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Promoted clients'' physical and mental health by engaging them in appropriate exercises and recreational activities.
- Administered medications accurately and timely, ensuring proper dosages for optimum client health.
- Established trust with clients and their families through effective communication, empathy, and professionalism.
- Managed challenging behaviors or special needs effectively using patience, understanding, and behavioral interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Supported clients in maintaining independence by assisting with daily activities such as personal grooming, mobility, and meal preparation.
- Assisted clients in managing chronic conditions through close monitoring, lifestyle modifications, and adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Provided emotional support for both clients and their families during difficult times or transitions in care arrangements.
- Identified potential hazards within the home environment, making necessary adjustments to ensure client safety and comfort.
- Facilitated open communication between client families and healthcare providers regarding updates on client progress or changes in care.
- Ensured safety and well-being of clients through rigorous health monitoring and medication administration.
- Contributed to a positive living environment by fostering a sense of companionship and socialization for the client.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by actively listening to their concerns and adjusting care routines accordingly.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each client''s unique needs.
- Adapted care routines to accommodate changes in clients'' health or preferences, maintaining a high level of satisfaction.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Laborer
Angelica Textile Services
02.2000 - 06.2022
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
- Followed proper equipment operation and maintenance procedures to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through dedication to best practices within the laborer role.
- Identified and reported hazards on job sites to prevent accidents and injuries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Batavia High School
Batavia, NY06.1981
Skills
- Bathing Assistance
- Grooming assistance
- Emotional Support
- Physical therapy support
- Patience and Empathy
- Disability Support
- Chronic Illness Management
- Meal Preparation
- Mobility support
- Housekeeping Duties
- Nutrition knowledge
- Decision-Making
- Cooking meals
- Clear Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Housekeeping
- Safety Compliance
- Bedside Care
- Medication Administration
- Light Housekeeping
- Service Documentation
- Personal Care Aide
- Caring Companionship
- Personal Care Homemaker (PCHM)
- Fast Learner
- Attentive to People
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
Certification
National Veteran Caregiver Training Program
Certificate of Participation
Family and Friends CPR certificate of participation, is a orientation to CPR and does not offer an American Heart Association course completion card.
Timeline
Live-In Caregiver
Caregiver Stipend Program, VA Health Center
06.2022 - 05.2024
Laborer
Angelica Textile Services
02.2000 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Batavia High School
National Veteran Caregiver Training Program
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