April O.

$30.00 / hr

Bothell, WA

Message

Hire April

Add to Favorites

About April

Hello, my name is April. I have 20 plus years of experience respectfully caring for people. I have an exceptional work ethic and have learned many skills and earned credentials along the way. I am dependable, dedicated and can help make a positive difference in your quality of life. With compassion and empathy, I will listen and hear your story to understand your needs and work together as a team. Most importantly, I have a kind and caring demeanor and a passion for providing great care. This last year I left my Medical Assistant job to help care for my grandmother who had alzheimer's and a cancer re occurrence. She needed full time palliative care and eventually hospice. This was the hardest yet most rewarding job yet. All my training and skills prepared me for the privilege to give her the best possible care. My goal is to help you or your loved one be as independent and happy as possible with out stepping on any toes. In my experience with my in- laws who live in Ct., I came understand the challenges a family can face when deciding help is necessary. Sometimes this can be a difficult transition for some as they are not aware they need help or just don't want to accept any assistance from a stranger. I realize this is a delicate situation that takes time and patience to build a trusting relationship. My hope is to bring peace of mind to you and family members that you are getting the best care possible.

Caregiving Services & Expertise

Services

Dressing & Grooming
Medication Reminders
Meal Prep
Groceries & Shopping
Exercise
Transportation
Housekeeping
Companionship

Job Interests

Full Time
Part Time

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
Cancer Recovery
Dementia
HIV/AIDS
Home Health Care
Hospice Care
Palliative Care
Post Surgery Recovery
Senior Care
Elder Care
Home Care

Languages

English

Experience & Education

Certified Medical Assistant II

Nov 2014 - Dec 2016

Overlake Hospital and Medical Center

In this position I worked in the Breast Surgery office at Overlake Hospital and Medical Clinics. Many of the people, (women and men) I worked with here were diagnosed with breast cancer or other breast related problems. I had the privilege to walk along side these people and help them on their journey. I took their vital signs, took medical histories, medication reconciliation, called in prescriptions, chaperoned procedures, assisted in minor surgeries and performed staple and suture removal. I was nominated and designated an Overlake Service Champion for my high expectations, dedication, and commitment to exceptional quality patient care, service and advocacy. In this position I spent lots of time just listening to patients to understand their story. For most patients especially those with a new diagnosis it is scary, unthinkable and overwhelming. The emotions they are feeling are real and they are all okay. I learned that by letting the patients express their feelings and thoughts they are able to process and cope with their diagnosis.

Nov 2014 - Dec 2016

Certified Medical Assistant

Feb 2011 - Nov 2014

Seattle Reproductive Medicine

In this position I provided direct patient care. The duties included: taking vital signs, giving injections and performing phlebotomy. Other tasks were instructing patients 1 on 1 or in group classes how to take their medication and perform self-injections.

Feb 2011 - Nov 2014

PIMA Medical Institute

Jan 2010 - Jan 2010

Seattle, WA

Jan 2010 - Jan 2010

Nursing Assistant Training Institute

Jan 2009 - Jan 2009

Seattle, WA

Jan 2009 - Jan 2009

Nanny

Oct 2002 - Mar 2008

Self Employed

In this position I had several duties: Most importantly I gave care to two children. We played games, read books, went on outings, and lots of walks. I also helped the family with house hold chores, ran errands, accompanied the family to medical and dental appointments and I would also get groceries and prepare meals. The kids always liked to help in the kitchen and it was fun baking with them.

Oct 2002 - Mar 2008

North Seattle Community College

Jan 1998 - Jan 2008

Seattle, WA

Jan 1998 - Jan 2008

Nanny

Aug 2001 - Sep 2002

Self Employed

In this position I gave care to 3 children. I helped with laundry, carpools, and getting the kids to all their sporting events and activities.

Aug 2001 - Sep 2002

Independant Living Advocate

Oct 1996 - May 2001

Banchero Friends Services

This position gave me the opportunity to work with a diverse population of developmentally disabled adults and elderly clients. I worked in their home and helped them manage daily living skills, assisting them with things they needed help with. Some of these things were: Bathing, shaving, dressing, cleaning, laundry, going to the local coffee shop to chat, help plan, shop and prepare meals. It was extremely important to document any spending and keep track of the finances to make sure the client was on budget. I scheduled and accompanied developmentally disabled clients to medical, dental and personal appointments documenting necessary information. I administered medications and delegated nursing care. I designed and implemented personal goal plans for clients. I acted as liaison between client, care workers, family and guardians while maintaining confidentiality.

Oct 1996 - May 2001

Return to top

Message

Hire April

More Caregivers You Might Like

Adi Lavenia Y.

$35.00/hour · Lynnwood, WA

I have 20 years of experience in caregiving. Very reliable, dedicated and Knowledgeable in the field of caregiving. I have many years of driving. CNA And Cpr first aide certified. Very loving and full of compassion. I have worked with one to one care and also with retirement and assisted living with memory care for almost a year.

View Profile

Fatou M.

$25.00/hour · Everett, WA

I became a caregiver 17 years ago by helping my grand mother who passed away from cancer, since then I have worked Swedish Medical Hospital in the Cardiac unit and CCU. I am Fatou , dependable, reliable and compersonate. I have a lot of experience working with the elderly and have enjoyed it all the time.

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.

ABOUT

About Sharecare Resources Help/Contactus Privacy policy Terms

CareLinx does not employ or recommend any care provider or care seeker nor is it responsible for the conduct of any care provider or care seeker. The CareLinx website is a venue that provides tools to help care seekers and care providers connect online. Each individual is solely responsible for selecting a care provider or care seeker for themselves or their families and for complying with all laws in connection with any employment relationship they establish.

AARP member benefits are provided by third parties, not by AARP or its affiliates. Providers pay a royalty fee to AARP for the use of its intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purposes of AARP. Some provider offers are subject to change and may have restrictions. Please contact the provider directly for details.