Kara O.

$22.00 / hr

Phoenix, AZ

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About Kara

Hello. My name is Kara and I am over 45 years old. I entered the caregiving/nursing world when my Son was diagnosed with Leukemia at the age of 3. After several years and many more battles my interest in nursing & caregiving grew. I was unable to finish nursing school due to my sons many battles with leukemia (including 2 BMT's) but through it I obtained so much knowledge from taking care of him and going to school. I have cared for many people with many different needs and I easily adapt to new patients and their specific needs. I very much find peace in helping others & maintaining as much normalcy/independence as possible for them. Along with some laughs & smiles. I have several references that can be contacted as well.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

Bathing
Dressing & Grooming
Toileting
Medication Reminders
Meal Prep
Transferring & Mobility
Exercise
Housekeeping
Companionship

Job Interests

Full Time
Part Time
Weekend Live-In
Holiday Shifts

Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.

Skills & Expertise

Alzheimer's Disease
Blood Disorders
Cancer Recovery
COPD
Dementia
Depression
Diabetes
Hearing Disorders
Home Health Care
Hospice Care
Multiple Sclerosis
Neurological Disorders
Palliative Care
Parkinson's Disease
Post Surgery Recovery
Respiratory Disorders
Stroke
Vision and Eye Disorders
Senior Care
Elder Care
Home Care

Languages

English

Experience & Education

Columbus State Community College

Jan 2004 - Present

Columbus, OH

Jan 2004 - Present

Lead Caregiver

Jul 2020 - Jun 2023

Private

Full care. Bedridden due to a spinal cord injury. I handled everything from bathing to banking . Also varied for the clients ostomy care.

Jul 2020 - Jun 2023

Primary Caregiver

Mar 2020 - Nov 2021

Private family

Lead caregiver. Meal preparation, medication reminders, bathing, companionship, shopping, mobility, doctor appointments.. These are just a few of the tasks I perform almost daily. Client depends on oxygen 24/7 due to COPD diagnosis. Employment ended only due to my clients passing.

Mar 2020 - Nov 2021

Lead caregiver

Apr 2017 - Oct 2019

Davis Family

Full Care for Advanced Alzheimer's patient. Assisted with mobility/walking . Prepared all meals needed while on shift. At times she had to be fed sometimes she could feed herself. Also I handled all bathing needs. As well as laundry, cleaning. Assisted with doctor appointments. Absolutely full care was needed at all times.

Apr 2017 - Oct 2019

Caregiver

Feb 2015 - Mar 2017

A. Akindele

MS patient, specifically PPMS. Full care due to being confined to a wheelchair. Used lift to assist him in & out of the bed. Administered insulin injections due to diabetes. Prepared meals and fed patient bc he could not feed himself. Assisted patient on & off the toliet and empty urine bag also changed condom catheters as needed. Administered meds as needed.

Feb 2015 - Mar 2017

Lead caregiver for ALL (Leukemia)

Oct 2000 - Jun 2015

Steele Family

This is part of my personal background but also is why I entered the world of caregiving/nursing. My son was diagnosed with Leukemia (ALL) at the age of 3. This battle included several relapses, radiation & 2 bone marrow transplants. I was his lead caregiver/Mom..So my knowledge is huge in the area of Leukemia & the battle that comes with it.

Oct 2000 - Jun 2015

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March 2020

Roxana M.

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I feel you belong. We are so happy we found you.

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