Cheryl Stewart
Colton
Summary
Dedicated Certified Contract Personal Caregiver skilled in personal care and effective communication. Enhanced client well-being through tailored support and proactive health monitoring. Leveraged empathy and problem-solving abilities to improve client satisfaction, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for individuals especially with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Personal Caregiver
Brave Heart Home Care
Pasadena, CA
12.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Provided companionship to enhance emotional well-being of clients.
- Administered medications according to care plans, ensuring compliance and safety.
- Monitored client health metrics, reporting changes to healthcare professionals as needed.
- Coordinated with family members to update on client progress and adjust care needs accordingly.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Ensured client safety by closely monitoring their health conditions and promptly addressing any concerns or emergencies.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their unique needs.
- Provided basic grooming and hygiene assistance to patients.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Implemented creative strategies to keep clients engaged in activities that promoted cognitive functioning and mental stimulation.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling accurate reporting to family members and healthcare professionals involved in their care plan.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
Personal In-Home Caregiver
Self Employed
Buford, GA
02.2019 - 10.2022
- Provided personal care services, including bathing, grooming, and dressing for clients in home settings.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to client needs and preferences.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported changes to family members or healthcare professionals.
- Implemented medication management systems to ensure adherence to prescribed regimens.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to facilitate seamless transitions in care services.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards while handling sensitive information related to clients'' personal lives and medical conditions.
- Exemplified strong problem-solving skills in addressing various challenges encountered during in-home caregiving assignments.
Education
Certificate in Caregiver - Healthcare
U.S. Career Institute
Fort Collins, CO09-2025
Skills
- Patience
- Personal Care(ADLs)
- Effective communication
- Empathy and Compassion
- Mobility Assistance
- Observation and detail
- Experience in Dementia and Alzheimer's care (5yrs)
- Time management
- Problem solving and Adaptability
Certification
Basic Life Support Certificate
National CPR Foundation
Caregiver Training University
California Orientation and Safety Training
Timeline
Contract Personal Caregiver
Brave Heart Home Care
12.2022 - Current
Personal In-Home Caregiver
Self Employed
02.2019 - 10.2022
Certificate in Caregiver - Healthcare
U.S. Career Institute