HIV/AIDS Caregivers in Polk County - 11 caregivers found

I've been a CNA and a home health aide for over 7 years with a lot of experience ranging from caring for people with dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke etc to hospice. I'm also experienced in meeting their activities of daily living like shaving, and grooming, shower, dressing, helping with feeding, driving them to and from doctors offices for appointments etc

My Name is Archie R. CROSS, I'm a Young and Heathy 59 Yr's Young, I'm a Former Professional Boxer From DesMoines Ia., Oldest of 5 Children, I'm Also a Former Marine, 0311, Also a Chef From * Le Cordon Bleu, Did Construction for Many Years And Switched to Working with People of All needs and Situations, From Home Health Care, Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Retirement Homes, Love Bike Riding and Fishing, Singing and Dancing, Being a Mentor to our Younger Generation, Bringing Joy and Happibess to those who feel they have no Reason to Smile, To be the Family that they always wanted, The Freind they always needed, The Ears they need to be Heard and the Heart, To share with them ,So they can feel alive again... To just Be there when Needed.. To be there Hope of Inspiration. I ALSO WORKED WITH Special needs Adults and Younger Teens, As A Residential Councler. Did Family Planning Charts, Activity Charts, Insident Reports, for a Co. Called The A.R.C. which was out of DesMoines Ia. And there work Shop was Located on Locust St. Downtown near the East Village... Iwas also a Residential Councler for Awards of the Court, I worked wit

From my experience of 7 years, working with other professional caregivers, clients, and families, the characteristics of me being a good caregiver would include: Demonstrating empathy and compassion for the senior, Supporting the patient's family members, who may be struggling to cope with their loved one's decline, Committing to professional growth and continuing education, Being reliable, including arriving for work on time and fulfilling all duties in a timely manner, Respecting patients' privacy and dignity, Exhibiting a positive demeanor and kind tone of voice, Being considerate and kind when working with the patient, Being mindful of the fact that I'm working in a senior's or their family's, private home. Using good communication skills with both the patient and the family, Having a well-kept personal appearance, including following professional dress code, Acting as a personal supporter for my client and their family during difficult times :)

I'm a 19 year old who's currently pregnant and looking for a job and I felt this job would be good for me because I have good communication skills. And manners as well. I just feel like I would love this job and I would be loved there as well.

My name is Charlotte Findley I'm 54 yrs old. I worked many years in health care. My aunt, who was Director of Nursing at a Care Center took me to work with her when I was 12 yrs old. I fell in love with the company of older people. The stories and wisdom I would crave from there on. I started volunteering at the center. My aunt said I added a little joy to their lives helping them but really it was my life that an abundance of joy did they add. Those are days I will always be greatful to have had. I found my calling , Caregiving!!! I had a small in home daycare in my early 20s. (back when i could keep up with several whipper snappers -those were the days lol) I have worked as a CNA in Care Centers. I also worked as a Home Health Aide (HHA) and as a Companion/Homemaker for folks in their homes. I worked as a Residential Assistance Tech (RAT) ingroup home settings, assisting those with intellectual different-abilities live as independently as possible. Though I didn't make a fortune money wise I certainly feel very rich with many wonderful memories and friendships Ive gained along the way. I haven't worked for quite sometime . I spent the years since being officially employeed helping care for my little sister who was born with special needs and was total care from the time she was born 1992 until her passing in 2014 . I cared for my dad through his experience with esophalgial cancer that later went to his brain. He had two surgeries, chemo and radiation . He peacefully transitioned, as he refered to it, at my home in Feb 2015. I then focused on caring for myself and home. I was given one of the most precious gifts of all in May of 2021 my grandson Oliver Thomas!! What a joy grandparenthood is!! I am ready to get back to working outside the home again and am looking forward to meeting new people, learning new things, hearing new stories /personal histories and helping folks stay safely in their homes and as independant as possible.

Empathetic, caring and diligent health care professional with a sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyles for clients. I provide enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for clients. Experienced in various roles in health care and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to clients through physical and emotional support. I'm accustomed to administering bedside and medical equipment assistance as needed, as well as activities of everyday living, personal activities, ambulation and personal hygiene assistance. I prioritize partnering with families, and client's healthcare team to ensure I provide the right focus on administering optimal support to clients through personalized care plans required to manage diverse medical conditions, and lifestyles. Proficient in organizing medications, assistance at doctor appointments, transportation, companionship, preparing meals, and removing any barriers that might impact client's everyday quality of life. I believe with organization skills, great communication and excellent interpersonal skills, your loved one will gain the support they need to maintain a great quality of life.

i became a registered medical assistant because I wanted to help people and found the medical field very interesting. I have worked with a variety of people from the very young to the very old. I have worked in urgent care clinics, assisted living homes, and Alzheimer's/ Dementia units Since October 2013 I have been a full time live in personal caregiver to my grandmother due to her cancer. I enjoy working as a medical assistant and would like to continue doing so as a personal caregiver. I am very proud of the fact that I have graduated in my field with Honors, a 3.96 GPA, and received 100% attendance awards every semester.

Passionate about what I do. I am currently going to nursing school, to become a registered nurse. I have 12 years of work in the health care field. I have ASS in early Childhood Education. I'm a CNA, Hospice Aide, and was a Homehealth manager for one year. I have two children. I'm the administrator of my church. Etc

Speak several languages sych as French, German, Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian and English Communicate with other Organized events Confortable to speak in front of public 2010 College Medecin, Besancon, France A.A.S. Degree in Practical Nursing 2005 College of Social-Educative certificait Social worker 1995 College of Besancon certificait of translator-interprete 1989-1990 College of Law, Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina 1984-1988 High school, Tuzla, Bosnia-Herzegovina-graduated 2013 teaching and animating in French language the people with Alzheimer home retrait Glen Oaks, Urbandale 1995-2012 translator-interprete Bosnian refugees in France, ONG humanitarian aid in Bosnia

I became a Caregiver to assist with delegation. Helping patients or Residents with all types of illnesses regained their independent.well, I love everything about caring for patients. I like to bath, groom, dress, or undress, feeding, bedmaking etc. Seven years of experience in Caregiving, two years working with dementia,ALS, and Parkinson's patients. Nursing Assistant Registry Certificate, Nurse Delegation for Nursing Assistant Certificate, Fundamental of Caregiving Certificate, In Home Senior Care Certificate, HIV/Aids Certificate, CPR & First Aid Certificate. I'm also doing pre-requsite courses in nursing at Des Moines Area Comm. College.