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Faelyn Rakow

Aurora

Summary

Developed essential caregiving skills in home care environment, focusing on empathy, patience, and effective communication. Utilized strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage daily tasks and ensure client well-being. Seeking to transition into new field where these transferable skills can contribute to team success and client satisfaction.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

In Home Caretaker

Comfort Keepers - Senior Home Care
12.2024 - Current
  • Facilitated social interaction by arranging visits from friends or family members upon client request.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines, promoting healthy eating habits among clients.
  • Collaborated with family members and healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies for optimal client support.
  • Adapted caregiving approaches based on evolving client needs while maintaining a consistent level of compassionate support.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers, ensuring prompt intervention when necessary.
  • Coordinated medical appointments for timely follow-ups, improving continuity of care between multiple healthcare providers.
  • Supported cognitive function through engaging conversation and mental stimulation activities tailored to individual interests.
  • Assisted clients with daily living tasks for improved independence and wellbeing.
  • Provided emotional support through active listening and empathetic communication, fostering positive relationships with clients.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties, creating a clean and comfortable living environment for clients.
  • Maintained detailed records of services provided during each visit, ensuring accuracy in documentation for service reimbursement purposes.
  • Assisted with mobility exercises and range-of-motion stretches to maintain or improve physical functioning in clients.
  • Enhanced clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive in-home care.
  • Managed medication schedules to ensure timely administration and improve client health outcomes.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities in addressing various challenges faced during the course of caregiving, leading to effective resolutions and satisfied clients.
  • Educated clients on self-care techniques for enhanced autonomy in managing their wellbeing.
  • Transported clients to appointments, errands, and social events, enabling continued engagement in community activities.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.

Intern

Taking Control
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Taking Control Grade 10 5 Hrs/Week Total Hours: 40 Worked on unpaid internship through IMSA at Taking Control Counseling observing and helping with tasks such as data management.

Education

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
Aurora, IL
09.2024

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East Aurora High School
Aurora, IL
06.2024

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL
01-2027

Skills

  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Bathing assistance
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Dementia care
  • Emotional support
  • Meal preparation
  • Feeding assistance

Certification

CPR

Timeline

In Home Caretaker

Comfort Keepers - Senior Home Care
12.2024 - Current

Intern

Taking Control
09.2022 - 03.2023

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East Aurora High School

Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Waubonsee Community College
Faelyn Rakow