Caregiver

Anytime Home Care, Northbrook, IL

• Personal Care: Assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and

toileting.

• Medication Management: Administering medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects,

and keeping track of medication schedules.

• Meal Preparation: Planning and preparing nutritious meals, catering to any specific dietary

requirements.

• Mobility Assistance: Helping clients move around safely, whether it involves walking, pushing a

wheelchair, or transferring between bed and chair.

• Companionship: Providing emotional support, social interaction, and companionship to reduce

feelings of loneliness and isolation.

• Household Tasks: Performing light housekeeping duties such as laundry, cleaning, and grocery

shopping.

• Monitoring Health: Observing and recording changes in health or behavior, and communicating

these changes to healthcare professionals or family members.

• Transportation: Assisting with transportation to medical appointments, social activities, or

errands.

• Emergency Response: Knowing how to respond in case of medical emergencies, including

CPR and first aid training.

• Coordination with Healthcare Providers: Collaborating with doctors, nurses, and therapy

providers to ensure comprehensive care.

July 2023 – January 2024

Registered Nurse

Zborivska Central District Hospital, Maternity Department, Ternopil, Ukraine

Prenatal Care:

o Conduct initial assessments of pregnant women, including health history and

physical exams.

o Monitor vital signs, weight, and fetal development during prenatal visits.

Labor and Delivery:

o Assess and monitor the progress of labor, including contraction patterns and fetal

heart rate.

o Provide emotional support and education to women and their families during labor.

Postpartum Care:

o Monitor mothers for physical and emotional well-being following delivery, including

vital signs and recovery from anesthesia.

o Provide education on self-care, breastfeeding techniques, and newborn care.

o Assess and manage any postpartum complications, such as infections or excessive

bleeding.

Newborn Care:

o Conduct initial assessments of newborns, including Apgar scoring, vital signs, and

monitoring for any signs of distress.

o Educate parents on newborn care, such as feeding, bathing, and recognizing signs

of illness.

Documentation:

o Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in

medical records.

o Maintain compliance with all hospital policies and legal requirements related to

patient care documentation.

Collaboration:

o Work closely with obstetricians, midwives, and other healthcare team members to

develop and implement care plans.

o Participate in interdisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and care

adjustments.

Patient Education:

o Provide education on childbirth preparation, breastfeeding, and parenting resources.

o Address any questions or concerns mothers and families may have.Emotional

Support:

o Offer emotional support to mothers and families, particularly those experiencing

anxiety or complications.

o Be attentive to the mental health needs of postpartum mothers, providing appropriate

referrals if needed.

Advocacy:

o Advocate for the needs and preferences of mothers and families throughout the

perinatal period.

April 2001 – April 2014

Education:

CROCUS Institute, Palatine, IL

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Certified EKG Technician (CET)

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

December 2023 – July 2024

Chortkiv Medical School, Ternopil, Ukraine

Specialization: Registered Nurse