Competencies: Ability to keep calm in an emergency Excellent communication skills. with persons at all levels, both orally and in writing A good planner who utilizes initiative and can work under pressure Team player and a good listener Display a high level of professionalism in attendance, punctuality, and interaction with co-workers and others. Ability to work with tight deadlines and deliver exceptional results Creative problem solver with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team I strongly believe in doing the right thing when caring for the elderly as they are so vulnerable and susceptible to harm. There is a sense of fulfillment that comes over me when I take the time out to properly take care of them. Example: nice clean bath, washing and combing hair effecting a bright look in their face, taking the time out to feed them if warranted, giving them walks, giving them very light exercises to keep the blood circulating just to let them feel a little revived, stimulating their brain with little fun stuff - just to make sure they feel good and happy. WOW. it just makes me feel happy when they are happy. Caregiver with the knowledge, skill, and judgment attending to patients with the following conditions: o Stroke o Gastrostomy feeding (G-tube feeding) o Tracheostomy o Oxygen dependence o Cough assist dependence Ability to operate: o Hoyer lift o Wheelchair o Mechanical bed (hospital bed) o Cough-assist machine o Oxygen machine o Suction machine Ability to: o Perform tracheostomy suctioning o Perform oral suctioning o Administer meds through puffers o Change Inner cannula o Care for tracheostomy site o Administer/dispense medication o Instruct light exercises specific to conditions o Engage children in social/intellectual activities specific to conditions (keep them occupied/brain stimulation) o Check vitals o Administer first aid/CPR o Bed bath Personal Interests: Plan community activities for children and the elderly through the church to enhance community development,

Caregiver/Asst. Teacher School of Special Needs Taught and cared for children age 6 years old - 18 years old with physical and intellectual disabilities Cared for a pair of twins from 5 years old until 1 year old for two medical doctors. Also took care of children from newborn to 16 years old.. Diaper changing, potty training, napping, feeding, food prep, laundry, house chores, playing. I always nurture them into reaching their developmental milestones specific to their ages. ( movement skill, cognitive, social & emotional). I strongly believe that as adults, we owe it to children to give them a happy and safe environment. Possess the natural patience to deal with children Ability to maintain a calm composure through frustration or annoyance (as kids pick up easily the slightest shift in demeanor) Ability to keep calm in an emergency ( children panic when adults do)