Location: St. Louis
Years Experience: 2
Type: Certified Nursing Assistant
Languages: English
Certifications: CNA, CPR, Hospice care, Working toward college degree
Takiyah P
PROFESSIONAL CAREGIVER
Takiyah is a highly skilled Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with extensive experience in the healthcare field. She possesses CPR certification and specialized expertise in hospice care, which reflects her deep compassion and dedication to providing comfort and support to individuals at the end of their lives.
Takiyah's grandmother dreamed of Takiyah becoming a nurse. Her grandmother's dream has been the cornerstone of her career. In honor of her grandmother's wish, Takiyah pursued a bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Central Missouri. Her time at school has further enhanced her knowledge in the medical field.
She expanded her professional skills by working as a veterinary technician and in dialysis labs, diversifying her expertise as a caregiver.
Takiyah is known for her calm demeanor, patience, and protocol adherence, all contributing to the exceptional care she delivers. Her experience encompasses various conditions, including Dementia/Alzheimers disease, mobility impairment, Parkinson's disease, and Quadriplegia. Additionally, Takiyah is proficient in providing lift assistance, catheter care, managing incontinence care, and bedside commode.
Outside of work, Takiyah embraces being a proud mother and finds great joy in celebrating her son's achievements at school. She also has an appreciation for art and has developed skills in pottery making, painting, and resin crafting.
Clients find an exceptional caregiver in Takiyah and discover an empathetic companion who combines medical expertise, professional caregiving, experience, and personal warmth.
Qualifications
- Have paid caregiving experience or a CNA, PCA, LPN, or RN
- Be age 21 or older
- Pass a comprehensive background check, drug test, and reference check
- Pass PHC’s skills & knowledge assessment
- Have a good driving record and an insured vehicle
- Basic English speaking, reading, and writing skills
- Current TB immunization
Services our Caregivers Provide
Medication Management
Timely cues to take the right medication at the right time.
Companionship
A conversation, sharing stories, a walk in the park, a cup of coffee in the morning, a bond. Caregivers listen, learn, and are good company.
Personal Care
Assisting with dressing, bathing, and daily hygiene. Our skill-assessed caregivers are ready to help.
Light Housekeeping
Doing laundry or dishes, tidying around the house, taking out the garbage, and many other house chores are a part of our daily duties.
Meal Prep/Groceries
Planning and preparing healthy meals, following an old family recipe, and trips to the grocery store.
Transportation
Whether it’s to a doctor’s appointment or to a loved one’s home, caregivers can always provide a ride.
Daily Exercise
We help clients lead an active lifestyle by following an exercise plan or simply encouraging physical activity.
Social Outings & Routine
We help clients live life to the fullest by supporting daily routines and planning indoor and outdoor activities.
Join Private Home Care and be a part of an exceptional team of caregivers.
We highly value and respect our team of professional Caregivers, and that’s why we have higher job satisfaction and lower turnover. When you join PHC, you join a team of professionals that are skilled, knowledgeable, and passionate about serving others and providing the best care.