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Lisa R.

Lisa R.

$20.00 / hr

Carbondale, IL

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About Lisa

I am a caregiver because I love people. There are not enough people to give care and attention to folks who need another set of strong yet gentle hands. I like to listen, talk and generally make people feel important and worth while. Caring giving is rewarding work. It makes me feel good when I can ease a burden and make someones day better because I was there. I am very proud of my ability to make friends and win trust. I worked for a nursing home in Iowa. There was one resident in particular that was hard for CNA staff to get along with. She wasn't very friendly at first but I squatted down in front of her, and explained this was the job I chose to do because I love helping people. She could see I was sincere, and warmed up to me knowing she wasn't a burden to me, and I liked helping her. I am in my second semester of school for Respiratory Therapy. I am love being in my yard gardening. My first grandchild will be 1 year old this July 21st. I'm a pretty good cook and a tidy house keeper.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

  • Bathing
  • Dressing & Grooming
  • Toileting
  • Medication Reminders
  • Meal Prep
  • Groceries & Shopping
  • Transferring & Mobility
  • Transportation
  • Housekeeping
  • Companionship

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Part Time
  • Short Term
  • Overnight
  • Weekend Live-In

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
  • Diabetes
  • Hospice Care
  • Post Surgery Recovery
  • Stroke
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Live-In Caregiver

Sep 2018 - Present
Katherine Benziger
I am a live-in caregiver. I work 3/24 shifts. I provide home cooked meals, medication reminders, transferring, feminine hygiene, bathing, everyday cleaning. My client has severe dementia. I am professionally skilled and have experience with respiratory therapy and CPR. I am also a pharmacy technician. I would rather work with individuals one on one and prefer caring for needs of others. I am looking to work in the St. Louis area and give notice to my present position
Sep 2018 - Present

St. Louis College of Health Careers

Jan 2015 - Jul 2015
Jan 2015 - Jul 2015

Severval Postions Temporary Employment Agency

Jun 2011 - Mar 2013
Express Employment Professionals
Market Probe (Representative) – Made calls to customers and farm managers on behalf of clients. Martha’s Hands (Marketer) Put together and distributed marketing materials. Essex Manufacturing (Machine operator) Put company information, handles and protective coverings on oxygen regulators.
Jun 2011 - Mar 2013

Associate

Sep 2011 - Nov 2011
Big Lots
Hired to help set planograms and merchandising for new store opening
Sep 2011 - Nov 2011

Demonstrator, Field Representative

May 2009 - Mar 2011
RC Marketing and Promotions
Demonstrator and Field Representative – (Group manager) Supervised groups of three to five. Sporadic work as demonstrator and merchandiser. Setup displays for demonstration work and planograms for various products in store. Received all demo information via mail and internet. Reported all work information via mail and internet. Reported to manager online. Examples: Whole foods, Home Depot, Best Buy, Walmart and Office Depot.
May 2009 - Mar 2011

Field Associate

Aug 2009 - Sep 2010
HomeGoods
Field Associate – Rang purchases and returns. Printed duplicate and mark down tickets.
Aug 2009 - Sep 2010

Ticket Seller, Toll Operator

Aug 2009 - Nov 2009
Six Flags, Eureka Mo
Ticket Seller – One of top five Season Pass sellers. Sold tickets at front gate and answered guest’s questions. Toll Operator – Sold and directed guests to parking destinations.
Aug 2009 - Nov 2009

CNA

Mar 2001 - Aug 2003
Holly Hills
12 hour shifts, Cared for approximately 19 residents with one other staff member. Prepared 3 meals daily. All housekeeping duties including (bedrooms, bathrooms,living areas, kitchen, linens, and residents personal laundry. Assisted visitation of residents with family members. Various administrative duties. Documented and communicated via log book all daily incidents at each shift change.
Mar 2001 - Aug 2003

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Isabel B.
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Lisa fit right in with my mom. I am sure they will work out well!
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