Candice Buchanan
Columbia
Summary
Responsible, enthusiastic, dependable, and self-motivated worker with a drive to succeed. Make the workplace a better place.
Dependable professional with excellent organization skills demonstrated through history of managing client daily activities, appointments and medication needs. Well-versed in administering medication and monitoring nutrition. Trusted to oversee patients in challenging medical states.
Compassionate caregiver with hands-on experience in attending to patient needs in residential and hospital settings. Skilled in administering medication, managing schedules, and maintaining clean living environments for patients. Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful relationships with patients, ensuring comfort and enhancing quality of life. Previous work resulted in significant improvements in patient well-being and satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Self Employed
COLUMBIA
12.2023 - Current
Cook for patient, do laundry, clean house , help patient take a shower, make bed, take out trash, help patient to bathroom, help patient do physical therapy
Patient care Tech
Marion General Hospital
02.2020 - 11.2023
- Daily care of hospital patients
Personal care provider
Private Personal Care Attendant
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Personal care provider for home bound patient
Acute Care Tech/monitor tech
Forrest General Hospital
06.2014 - 04.2019
- Daily care of hospital patients, watch heart monitors monitoring patient
Parts Pro/Key Holder
Advance Auto Parts
03.2009 - 06.2014
- Supervise staff on shift when GM not in store, assist customers, open/close store, bank deposits, stock store
Education
Associates Degree - Applied Science, Massage Therapy
ANTONELLI COLLEGE
Hattiesburg, MS01.2006
High School Diploma -
COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL
COLUMBIA, MS01.2002
Skills
- Team leadership
- Sales management
- Staff training
- Customer relations
- Inventory report generation
- Excellent social skills
- Clean and safe work environment
- Inventory accounts
- CPR certified
- Patient satisfaction
- Computer and phone experience
- Quick learner
References
- STEPHANIE PURVIS, CLINIC MANAGER, 601-441-8296
- TEMPLAR ARTHUR, PARTS MANAGER, 601-606-6719
- Rachel Vicknair, RN , hospital coordinator, 601-436-1217
Communication Skills
I have excellent communication skills ranging from auto parts to patient care, working with the public on multiple levels. I strive to provide the best communication and service possible with anything I do.
Timeline
Caregiver
Self Employed
12.2023 - Current
Personal care provider
Private Personal Care Attendant
10.2021 - 03.2022
Patient care Tech
Marion General Hospital
02.2020 - 11.2023
Acute Care Tech/monitor tech
Forrest General Hospital
06.2014 - 04.2019
Parts Pro/Key Holder
Advance Auto Parts
03.2009 - 06.2014
Associates Degree - Applied Science, Massage Therapy
ANTONELLI COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL