KAREN OESTREICH
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering over 40 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with Developmentally Disabled adults, children and elderly. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail which includes accurate and precise record keeping, Team player who recognizes and welcomes new and old ideas and applies them as needed! Also strong communicator between clients, family and professionals involving the client's continued care! SKILLS
Meal Planning and Preparation
Records Maintenance
Behavior Redirection
Client Documentation
Direct Patient Care
ADLs Assistance
Grocery Shopping
Care Plan Assessment
Household Chores
Companionship and Emotional Support
Diet and Nutrition
Community Activities
Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Status Updates
Patient Management
Household Management
Patient Assessments
Activities of Daily Living Assistance
Client Transportation
Medication and Appointment Reminders
Strong Ethics
Ambulating Patients
Respectful and Compassionate
Multitasking and Organization
PPE Usage
Developing Client Trust
Progressive Care
Caregiver and Family Support
Spreadsheet Tracking
Positive Reinforcement Methods
Attentive to People
Bathing and Dressing
First Aid Certification
Running Errands
Sanitizing Surfaces
Communication Assistance
Housekeeping
Medication Administration
Independent Living
DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES SPECIALIST
01/2023 - Current
Caregiver
Helping Hands Stay At Home Care - 220 27th St
Assist clients with daily needs such as; bathing, grooming, medication, cooking, and providing transportation to Scottsbluff, NE 69361 308-***-**** *************@*****.*** WWW: Bold Profile appointments, grocery shopping and going on recreational outings. The biggest plus is providing each client with companionship.
EDUCATION
06/1987
Certificate: Broadcast Journalism
National Education Center - Minneapolis, MN
CERTIFICATIONS
PCA - Personal Care Aide