Senior Companion Caregiver
Richard Garmer JD, PCA
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Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Senior Fulltime Caregiver at DHS-Minnesota-Alternative Care, skilled in medication management and patient advocacy. Enhanced clients' quality of life through personalized care plans and emotional support, ensuring adherence to health protocols. Recognized for building trusting relationships and effectively managing chronic illness care, fostering a nurturing environment for clients
Work Experience
Senior Fulltime Caregiver
DHS- Minnesota- Alternative Care
Redwood Falls, MN, Saint Paul, MN, Minneapolis MN
03.2012 - 04.2025
Provided compassionate care and support to Joseph A. in daily activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
Assisted with medication management by ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules and safety protocols.
Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to meet individual client needs.
Monitored clients' physical and emotional well-being, reporting changes to all Health Providers. MY patient had COPD, Emphysema, Bladder Cancer, Jaw Cancer, Incontinence and Pancreatic Cancer.
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Education
Education
Bachelor of Arts - United States Army ROTC
St. John's Northwestern Military Academy, Delafield, WI
Dean's List [Semester and Year]
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
The University of Mississippi, Oxford, Miss
J.D. - Criminal Justice
The University of Tulsa-College of Law, Tulsa, OK
Certificate of Technical Studies - Construction Management
Iowa State University, Ames, IA
Health Care Administration
Des Moines University Medical Center, Des Moines, IA
Certificate _Personal Care And CFSS Support Worker - Elderly Personal Care
Department Of Human Services, Saint Paul, MN
Skills
Patient companionship
First aid and safety
Verbal and written communication skills
Emotional support
Personal hygiene assistance
Daily living assistance
Patient care
Dependable and responsible
Respectful and compassionate
Elderly care
Multitasking and organization
Meal preparation
Relationship building
Compassionate care
Compassionate communication
Medical record-keeping
Medication and appointment reminders
Supportive companionship
Medication management