bingKathryn L. | Professional Caregiver in Troup, TX | CareLinx
Kathryn L.

Kathryn L.

$18.00 / hr

Flint, TX

Message
Hire Kathryn
save jobAdd to Favorites

About Kathryn

I have been working overnights for over a year at a group home with patients with dementia, schizophrenia, autism and cerebral palsy. I would love to continue my expertise in your home helping you care for your loved ones in a safe and friendly environment. Every person, no matter their cognitive or physical ability, deserve the same compassion and respect that every abled body person dose. I enjoy talking with my patients and getting to know them as I care for their needs. I have had clients that were more difficult than others but I can see past those flaws and care for the human inside. Even if they are screaming and throwing things at you or defecated on the floor they are still a human being who needs help and compassion.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

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

Job Interests

  • Full Time
  • Overnight
  • 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

  • ALS
  • Dementia
  • Depression
  • Home Health Care
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Senior Care
  • Elder Care
  • Home Care

Languages

  • English

Experience & Education

Overnight Caregiver

Aug 2021 - Present
behavior and language treatment center
I work overnights at a group home caring for clients with different physical and mental disabilities. My clients diagnosis include cerebral palsy, dementia, schizophrenia, and autism. My duties include nightly cleaning the house by sanitizing furniture, countertops, doorknobs and switches. Sweeping and mopping floors and prepping meals for the next day. I monitor my clients sleeping and wake them up to go to the bathroom if needed to prevent accidents. My client with cerebral palsy I transfer from her bed to her wheelchair to the toilet and back again every night, and make sure she is on the toilet by 6am for the morning staff when they arrive. I also prepare breakfast for the clients following the recipe plan given. I record when clients get up in the night and what they did while they were up and when they went back to bed. One of my clients who has schizophrenia and dementia I have QBS training and I have to redirect her from her fantasies and keep her and the other clients safe from her. I have had to clean up urine and feces accidents during the night. Due to her refusing to go to the bathroom or not making it in time. I have had to use my skills to calmly redirect her and convince her to take showers when she soils herself. I have QBS training, CPR training, First Aid training, and am trained to administer medications to clients.
Aug 2021 - Present

Pharmacy Technician

Jun 2015 - Jun 2018
CVS Pharmacy
I greeted customers as they approached the counter and typed in prescriptions sent in by doctors. I filled prescriptions to be verified and approved by the pharmacist. I organized inventory and stocked medications from the truck.
Jun 2015 - Jun 2018

Clearfield job corps

Jan 2014 - Jan 2015
Clearfield, UT
Jan 2014 - Jan 2015
Return to top
Message
Hire

More Caregivers You Might Like

Tina O.

Tina O.

$25.00/hour · Lindale, TX
I have many years of experience working in retirement homes and in- home care . I've always treated every client like they were a member of my family and I would want them to have the best care possible . As a caregiver I give the clients family peace of mind that their loves ones are well cared for when they can't be there . I'm a caring and loving person who has empathy and compassion for people who are in need of care . I love hearing story of our clients life and pass experiences . My goal as a caregiver is to make someone day a little brighter and to put a smile on there face . I have the most rewarding job .
View Profile
LaTonya J.

LaTonya J.

$25.00/hour · Lindale, TX
I am a very dedicated worker,I go above and beyond when I'm assigned to a job.Good communication skills awesome companionship.I became a caregiver because my granny became I'll and I didn't want her going back to a nursing home so I went got my license and took care of her.I enjoy helping people I enjoy being a listener and also I enjoy seeing a smile on their face when I known I made their day.I'm proud of becoming a CNA 22 years ago and I'm still able to give the love and care they need after all these years I still love my job and the work I do.
View Profile

Find the Right Caregiver at CareLinx

CareLinx home care services include housekeeping, transportation, meal preparation, shopping, medication reminders, mobility assistance, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, exercise, companionship and more. Compared to traditional agencies, our caregiver services include four distinct advantages.

1. Preferred, high-quality care: CareLinx customers prefer our care over competitors’ by a factor of 10 to 1. You get to choose and interview the caregiver, resulting in a better match and higher quality care.

2. Uniquely affordable: as an online caregiver network with low overhead and zero markups on caregiver pay, our prices are up to 50 percent less than traditional senior care agencies.

3. Care advocates: our direct-hire model gives caregivers higher wages and flexible schedules, and consumers low prices. Everyone gets a better quality of life.

4. Peace of mind: in-home caregivers are background checked and technology-enabled to give you visibility and transparency in the home. Our app provides GPS clock-ins clock-outs, real-time secure messaging, and personalized digital care plan.

Sign Up
Learn More