Location: St. Louis
Years Experience: 26
Type: Caregiver
Languages: English
Certifications: Hospice Care
Valerie N
PROFESSIONAL CAREGIVER
Valerie is a seasoned caregiver with over 25 years of experience under her belt. Her background is diverse; apart from caregiving, she has successfully managed her own business. On a personal note, she enjoys visits to museums and makes a conscious effort to stay active through regular exercise.
One of the notable highlights of her caregiving career is a 12-year tenure with a single client. During this time, she actively worked to improve their diet and introduced exercise routines, emphasizing their overall well-being. This hands-on approach demonstrates her dedication to enhancing her clients' quality of life.
Always reliable, Valerie prides herself on her punctuality and consistency. She's also a great cook and often involves her clients in cooking activities, making meals both nutritious and fun. Her expertise encompasses handling conditions like dementia, Parkinson's, and mobility impairments. Moreover, she's proficient in post-hospital care, assisting with range-of-motion exercises, and ensuring safety during showers. Valerie's experience in hospice care further showcases her ability to offer compassionate support in various settings.
In a nutshell, Valerie combines practical skills with a genuine passion for caregiving. Her experience and dedication make her an invaluable asset to anyone seeking quality in-home care.
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.