HIV/AIDS Caregivers in Story County - 2 caregivers found

I am a Dedicated, service-focused professional seeking to transition into a higher level of healthcare. I have worked as a CNA since 2009 and CMA since 2014. Growing UP, Boone, Iowa 2002-2009 Shared responsibility (along with mother) for the care of my brother who has Impulse Control disorder, mild and severe Epilepsy, and other behavioral disorders. Helped to ensure brother was as comfortable, healthy, happy, and as dignified, as possible. Took Certified babysitter course in 2002 through Boone County Hospital Certified in CPR and AED training for Infants, children and Adults Learned basic first aid skills- how to recognize and respond to different emergencies- heart attack, stroke, choking, bleeding, seizures, diabetic reactions, breathing problems, shock, and environmental emergencies. Learned the basics of assessing patient vital signs and other skills for the basic and advanced C.N.A courses as well a C.M.A course under the tutelage of a registered nurse. Cognitive and Mental Requirements, Critical thinking, Reading, Writing. Mathematics, Drawing conclusions from written or computer generated materials, Analyzing data or report information, Implementing recommendations by coordinating persons and/or other resources, Developing plans, procedures, goals, strategies, or processes. Clear verbal articulation of English Language National Career Readiness Certificate Level: Gold Issue Date: February 4, 2014 Certificate # BJ6VTBXYTQ0H The National Career Readiness Certificate is a portable, evidence-based credential that verifies essential skills needed for workplace success. This credential is a registered with ACT in the National Career Readiness Certificate database and may be verified at http://www.act.org/certificate/verify.html CPR and AED, IA; Iowa updated February 2022. CCDI Alzheimer Training by Alzheimer Association through DMACC -Date Completed March 13, 2012. CNA, IA, 2009 completed 75 Hour, and advanced class; Expires 2024. CMA completed 2014.

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 :)