Michele R.     Age 73      Female      West Palm Beach  - 33406   Member ID: 15459  Seeking work as a : Caregiver / Companion or Personal Support Worker or Nanny, Pet Care-giver  Position Type: Live-In, Full Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I would like to apply for the Child-care assistant position that is listed on the Florida Keys craigslist. I believe I would be a good fit for this position as I am experienced in childcare and have a creative and positive way to make learning fun. When I worked for the Palm Beach Kennel Club as a customer service representative I excelled at showing a high level of professionalism and efficiency. Because of my reputation as an outstanding employee in 2009, I was chosen to represent the company at an offsite event in Greenacres called the Salsa fest. I also have a high degree of patience which I utilized as a reading tutor for kindergarten through third grade students in an AmeriCorps program. I have worked as a childcare provider for Palm Beach Preschool and Whiz Kids. Because I have a genuine love for people in my spare time I also work as a home health aide taking care of seniors. I have worked both as a volunteer and private duty. I write poetry and I am interested in opening a Retirement Hotel for Greyhounds. I feel very strongly that all adults need to be actively involved in enabling children, and try to turn every opportunity into a great teaching moment. I am very interested in this position and look forward to meeting with you in the near future. Please contact me at your earliest convenience to go over exactly what you are looking for in a nanny/personal assistant. Thank you for your time and consideration. Michele R. P. S. I have been in Florida for 25 years and still have never visited the Keys. Maybe this is a great learning opportunity for me.       Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: No  Can Swim Well: Yes  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets: Yes  Languages spoken: English, English, Spanish    My Nationality: American  Background Check: Yes  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Single  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Christian        Work Experience & Education Background   10 years experience, 4 references Professional with experience in healthcare settings and private duty. Committed to the medical profession and to quality patient care. Seeking a position that will utilize my practical and educational experience. Skills: Changed bed linens, washed and ironed laundry and cleaned patient quarters. Purchased, prepared and served food for patient and other members of family, following special prescribed diets. Experienced with Alzheimer s, temporarily disabled and recovering stroke patient s Assisted patients into and out of bed, automobile and wheelchair, to lavatory Assisted patient to dress, bathe and groom self Entertained patient, read aloud, played cards and other games. Performed miscellaneous duties as requested, such as obtaining household supplies and running errands. Maintained records of services performed and of apparent condition of patient. Accompanied ambulatory patients outside home, serving as guide, companion and aide. Experience: 08/10-Current Comfort Keepers Boca Raton, Florida Home Health Aide (HHA) 07/11-10/11 Always Best Care Hobe Sound, Florida Home Health Aide (HHA) 09/99-07/07 Private Duty- Dennis Mcquown Greenacres, Florida Home Health Aide (HHA) 08/97-01/98 South winds Assisted Care Living Facility West Palm Beach, Florida Home Health Aide (HHA) Education and Certification: 07/10-08/10 Caregiver s Services Incorporated (CSI) Palm Springs, Florida Patient Care Assistant Home Health Aide/ HHA Certificate 08/2010 American Heart Association Palm Springs, Florida CPR Program References: Available upon request       Skills:    Ambulation Assistance      Bathing Assistance      Bed Bath      Dressing Grooming assistance      Patient Positioning      Range of Motion Exercise      Toileting Assistance     Experience and skills with following Diagnosis :    Alzheimer's      Stroke   Education/Training: Caregiver / Companion, Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate , Home Support Worker , College  B. A. Queens College, 1976 Theatre/Dance Major, Minor in Psychology CSI Certified Home Health Aide 2010 Caring for Seniors Institute Need to re-certify in CPR/First Aide expired in July 2012      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Caregiver / Companion or Personal Support Worker or Nanny, Pet Care-giver  Position Type: Live-In, Full Time  Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    As Long as Needed   Prefer to work in:    Home Health Care      Retirement Homes     Desired Start Date: June 21, 2013  Desired Salary: $15/Hour  Willing to travel : Yes  Duties:    Housekeeping      Grocery Shopping      Meal Planning / Preparation      Assist with Pet Care      Assist with Walking      Hand Wash Dishes      Escort to Appointments      Alzheimer/Dementia Care      Lifts and Transfers         References   Pamela Meldrun  Pam is a close friend and we attend the same church. Although we never worked together, she knows me very well and I believe that she would give me a good recommendation. We have known each other for about three years and I attended her daughter's wedding.      Dennis McQuown  Dennis and I have known each other for about 15 years. He was employed as a Clerk of the Circuit Court in Palm Beach County and he helped me raise my son who was in Middle School at that time. He is now retired and I believe that he would affirm that I was a good friend and employee. We share a living space at the present time, but I am seeking a permanent position as a Nanny or Live-In Senior Care Assistant. I help with household chores and pet care in exchange for Room and Board, but there is no financial compensation for the work I do in this situation.