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Devon S.

Devon S.

$13.00 / hr

Shippensburg, PA

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About Devon

At the very young age of eight years old, my grandfather was diagnosed with colon cancer. Unfortunately enough, the cancer spread throughout various parts of his body and he died very uncomfortably just 5 months later. Throughout the various hospital trips and treatments, I was always present. Nurses often joked and were surprised by the little girl who slept in the hospital bed with her dying grandfather for five months. My mom said she recalls me having a lack of concern for my own well being, and a great concern for helping my grandfather. I was applauded daily by doctors, nurses, caregivers, and friends for my care, compassion, and understanding at such a young age. Each day I saw new caregivers and nurses do their best, always smiling, to make my grandfather's passing as comfortable as possible. The day I watched my grandfather take his last breath, and as I watched the nurses and caregivers shed tears over a man they hardly knew, it occurred to me that I knew exactly what I wanted to do in life. I want to make a difference in the lives of sick patients and their families. I want to improve the quality of life for as many people as I possibly can while here on earth. There is no better feeling in this world than knowing you've made a difference in someone's life. That is why I chose to become a caregiver.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

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

    Skills & Expertise

    • ALS
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Blood Disorders
    • Cancer Recovery
    • Diabetes
    • Gastrointestinal Disorders
    • Hospice Care
    • Neurological Disorders
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Senior Care
    • Elder Care
    • Home Care

    Languages

    • English

    Experience & Education

    Shippensburg Area Senior High School

    Aug 2010 - Jun 2014
    Aug 2010 - Jun 2014

    Instructor

    Oct 2011 - Mar 2014
    Shippensburg Aquatic Club Swim School
    As an instructor at the Shippensburg Aquatic Club Swim School I teach young children ages 0-9 how to swim and become water safe. These teachings included games, drills, practices, and interactive lessons over a 10 week course. Along with the immediate teaching of each child, I also work closely with the parents and families of each student to create a customized plan of action that best fit each family's needs.
    Oct 2011 - Mar 2014

    Chambersburg Institute for Caregiver Education

    Jul 2012 - Sep 2012
    Jul 2012 - Sep 2012

    Certified Nursing Assistant

    Dec 2011 - Mar 2012
    Falling Spring Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
    As a CNA at Falling Spring Nursing and Rehab Center I cared for up to 14 patients on a daily basis. The care performed for each patient included bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, scheduling, transportation, emotional support, and more. All specific guidelines for care were listed in a care plan of which I followed closely each day.
    Dec 2011 - Mar 2012
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