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Camisha McDonald

Inglewood

Summary

Self motivated with experience in leadership positions and working with teams. Seeking to obtain a responsible position in professional setting where I can utilize my skills and knowledge to help express my many talents.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Care Professional

Home Instead
Culver City
07.2024 - Current
  • Guiding and training new caregivers on company policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Providing ongoing support and guidance to other caregivers, offering advice and feedback.
  • Ensuring caregivers are following care plans and maintaining a high standard of care.
  • Conducting initial client visits, reassessments, and care plan reviews.
  • Addressing and resolving any issues or concerns that arise during caregiving.
  • Maintaining clear and effective communication with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Acting as a positive and professional representative of the caregiving agency.
  • Completing necessary paperwork, including care notes, incident reports, and other administrative tasks.
  • Ensuring accurate and timely reporting of client information to the appropriate parties.

Caregiver

Blessed Home Care
Los Angeles
01.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assisting with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
  • Planning, preparing, and serving meals, considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Reminding individuals to take medications, ensuring proper dosage, and monitoring for side effects.
  • Light housekeeping, laundry, and general tidying to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
  • Providing or arranging transportation to medical appointments, social activities, and errands.
  • Engaging in conversation, activities, and providing a positive presence.
  • Observing and reporting any changes in health, behavior, or needs to healthcare professionals or family members.
  • Identifying and addressing safety hazards in the home, such as tripping hazards and ensuring a secure environment.
  • Communicating with healthcare providers, family members, and other relevant parties to ensure coordinated care.
  • Maintaining records of care provided, medications administered, and any relevant observations.

Caregiver

Regency Oaks post Acute
Long Beach
02.2018 - 03.2021
  • Personal Care: This includes assisting residents with daily hygiene tasks like bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting. Caregivers may also help with mobility, such as transferring residents in and out of bed or wheelchairs.
  • Medication Management: Caregivers may be responsible for administering medications, ensuring proper dosages, and monitoring for any adverse reactions. They may also need to track medication schedules and communicate with healthcare professionals about any issues.
  • Meal Preparation and Nutrition: Caregivers ensure residents receive proper nutrition by preparing meals, assisting with eating, and monitoring food intake. They may also need to consider dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Emotional Support and Companionship: Providing a supportive and engaging environment is crucial. Caregivers offer companionship, engage in conversation, and participate in activities that promote mental and social well-being.
  • Maintaining a clean and organized living space is essential. This includes tasks like laundry, cleaning, and tidying up common areas.
  • Caregivers monitor residents' health status, reporting any changes or concerns to healthcare professionals.

Caregiver

Norwalk Skilled Nursing
Norwalk
02.2018 - 03.2021
  • Personal Care: This includes assisting residents with daily hygiene tasks like bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting. Caregivers may also help with mobility, such as transferring residents in and out of bed or wheelchairs.
  • Medication Management: Caregivers may be responsible for administering medications, ensuring proper dosages, and monitoring for any adverse reactions. They may also need to track medication schedules and communicate with healthcare professionals about any issues.
  • Meal Preparation and Nutrition: Caregivers ensure residents receive proper nutrition by preparing meals, assisting with eating, and monitoring food intake. They may also need to consider dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Emotional Support and Companionship: Providing a supportive and engaging environment is crucial. Caregivers offer companionship, engage in conversation, and participate in activities that promote mental and social well-being.
  • Maintaining a clean and organized living space is essential. This includes tasks like laundry, cleaning, and tidying up common areas.
  • Caregivers monitor residents' health status, reporting any changes or concerns to healthcare professionals.

Caregiver

America Geriatric Care
Torrance
04.2016 - 02.2018
  • Assisting with bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
  • Planning, preparing, and serving meals, considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Reminding individuals to take medications, ensuring proper dosage, and monitoring for side effects.
  • Light housekeeping, laundry, and general tidying to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
  • Providing or arranging transportation to medical appointments, social activities, and errands.
  • Engaging in conversation, activities, and providing a positive presence.
  • Observing and reporting any changes in health, behavior, or needs to healthcare professionals or family members.
  • Identifying and addressing safety hazards in the home, such as tripping hazards and ensuring a secure environment.
  • Communicating with healthcare providers, family members, and other relevant parties to ensure coordinated care.
  • Maintaining records of care provided, medications administered, and any relevant observations.

Teacher

Anglican Diocese (Belize)
Belize City
09.2006 - 06.2016
  • Deliver instruction across various subjects, including literacy, numeracy, science, and social studies.
  • Develop and prepare engaging lesson plans that cater to the diverse learning needs of their students.
  • Maintaining a positive and productive learning environment is crucial, involving setting expectations, managing behavior, and fostering a sense of community.
  • Assess student learning through various methods, such as assignments, tests, and observations, and provide constructive feedback to support their development.
  • Maintain regular communication with parents, sharing student progress updates and addressing any concerns.
  • Participate in and lead extracurricular activities, such as sports, clubs, and school events.
  • Stay current with educational trends, attend workshops, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance their teaching practices.
  • Ensuring the safety and well-being of students is paramount, including following safeguarding procedures and reporting any concerns.
  • Create a welcoming and stimulating atmosphere that encourages students to learn and grow.
  • Providing additional support to students who are struggling or need extra attention.
  • Working with other teachers, support staff, and administrators to create a cohesive and supportive school environment.
  • Handling paperwork, record-keeping, and other administrative duties related to teaching and student progress.
  • Experienced teachers may mentor new or student teachers, sharing their knowledge and experience.
  • Contribute to the development or revision of the school's curriculum.

Education

Bachelors Degree -

University of Belize
Belize City, Belize

Associates Degree - Primary Education

St. Johns College Junior College
Belize City, Belize

Skills

  • Medical knowledge and Procedure
  • Mobility assistance
  • Medication Management
  • Communication skills
  • Administrative experience
  • Patient focused care
  • Customer service
  • Facilities experience
  • Basic life support
  • Documentation
  • Organizational skills
  • Medical Terminology
  • Patient monitoring
  • Microsoft office knowledgeable
  • Monitoring and recognizing cardiac rhythms
  • Leadership
  • Supervising experience
  • Interpretation of normal cardiac rhythms and cardiac arrhythmias
  • Patient care
  • Excellent Communication skills (10 years)
  • Vital signs

Languages

English, Advanced

Certifications Courses

  • EKG Technician, 07/14/25
  • Home Health Occupation, 06/20/17
  • Gerontology, 07/20/17
  • BLS Certification

Timeline

Lead Care Professional

Home Instead
07.2024 - Current

Caregiver

Blessed Home Care
01.2022 - 06.2023

Caregiver

Regency Oaks post Acute
02.2018 - 03.2021

Caregiver

Norwalk Skilled Nursing
02.2018 - 03.2021

Caregiver

America Geriatric Care
04.2016 - 02.2018

Teacher

Anglican Diocese (Belize)
09.2006 - 06.2016

Bachelors Degree -

University of Belize

Associates Degree - Primary Education

St. Johns College Junior College
Camisha McDonald