Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Captains Orderly
Languages
Timeline

DARLENE GASTON

Self-employeed
Cleveland
1
Certification
55
years of professional experience

Diligent [Desired Position] with background in providing compassionate care to individuals. Known for fostering supportive environment and assisting with daily living activities to enhance client well-being. Demonstrated ability to manage medication schedules and maintain open communication with medical professionals and families.

Compassionate and dependable professional with over 15 years of experience in elderly care. Skilled in time management, problem-solving, and providing emotional support, dedicated to enhancing clients' quality of life through personalized care and attention.

Work History

Caregiver for Spouse

14 Years
Self-employeed | 08.2011 - 08.2025
  • Provided compassionate care and support to clients with diverse needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their quality of life.
  • Developed personalized care plans based on individual client requirements.
  • Monitored client health and reported changes to relevant family members or professionals.
  • Coordinated transportation and scheduling for medical appointments and social activities.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.

Elderly Caregiver

3 Years 4 Months
Bertha Thomas | 05.2011 - 09.2014
  • Provided compassionate support in daily living activities for elderly clients.
  • Assisted with medication management and adherence for optimal health outcomes.
  • Developed personalized care plans to meet individual needs and preferences.
  • Coordinated transportation to medical appointments and social activities for enhanced engagement.
  • Fostered a supportive environment that promoted independence and dignity among clients.
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
  • Provided emotional support to seniors, fostering positive relationships and enhancing their overall mental health.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for elderly clients while considering their preferences.
  • Managed medication administration for clients, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to prescribed schedules.

Caregiver

11 Years
Life Care Center | 03.2001 - 03.2012
  • Provided compassionate care and support to residents, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity among clients.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in health status to nursing staff promptly.
  • Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with medical professionals and family members.
  • Trained and mentored new caregivers on best practices for resident care and safety protocols.
  • Streamlined caregiving processes through feedback collection, improving overall service delivery efficiency.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
  • Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

Precision Training

2 Years 1 Month
US Army | 08.1979 - 09.1981
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Cashier

2 Years 1 Month
Various | 05.1970 - 06.1972
  • Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and enhancing shopping experiences.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout areas to ensure optimal workflow.
  • Assisted in training new cashiers on operating procedures and customer engagement techniques.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.

Education

High School Diploma

Lanier High School | Greenback, TN | 06-1973

Captains Orderly

  • [Number] GPA3.8

Associate of Science - Communications

Cleveland State Community College | Cleveland, TN | 04-1984

Skills

Respectful and compassionate
Time management
Elderly care
Problem-solving
Patient care
Dependable and responsible
Daily living assistance
Multitasking and organization
Personal hygiene assistance
Emotional support
Basic housekeeping
Strong ethics
Housekeeping tasks
Compassionate care
Compassionate communication
Dementia care
Patient management
ADL assistance
End-of-life care
Medical records management
[Language] fluencyEn
Compassion and empathy
Verbal and written communication
Patient advocacy
Autism support
Dining room support
Daily living activities assistance
Attentive to people
Bedside care

Certification

  • PCW - Personal Care Worker
  • CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
  • PCA - Personal Care Aide
  • Certified CPR,Red Cross - [Timefr2005ame]C

Captains Orderly

Soldier's Medal: Awarded for heroism not involving actual conflict with an enemy, frequently issued via Department of the Army General Orders throughout 1979

Languages

English

Timeline

Caregiver for Spouse

Self-employeed
08.2011 - 08.2025Read More

Elderly Caregiver

Bertha Thomas
05.2011 - 09.2014Read More

Caregiver

Life Care Center
03.2001 - 03.2012Read More

Precision Training

US Army
08.1979 - 09.1981Read More

Cashier

Various
05.1970 - 06.1972Read More

Cleveland State Community College

Associate of Science from Communications
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Lanier High School

High School Diploma
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DARLENE GASTON