1. SUSAN A. LINDBERG (SUSIE)
Professional Summary
A passion since 1995 to lovingly support and meet the physical, emotional, and
psychological needs of an individual of any age disability, ethnicity, gender, marital
status, national origin, race, or religion. Taking pride in relationship building
and being a positive member of a care team which may include family, loved ones,
additional caregivers and medical professionals.
Skills
Waking and putting clients to bed.
Assisting with daily tasks, such as showering, sponge bathing, dressing, hygiene,
eating, etc.
Assisting to restroom and/or changing diapers.
Catheterizations.
Cutting and grooming hair.
Manicures and pedicures.
Assisted in comforting individuals physically and emotionally.
Safely and patiently deescalating emotional and physical outbursts.
Create, clearly communicate, and train anyone necessary of the treatment
and safety plan.
Identify hazards and take steps to eliminate and or minimize them.
Document, communicate and complete all treatment plan goals.
Track and administer medications.
Advocate for client and family when appropriate.
Maintain schedule and offer companionship.
Cook, and serve meals.
Clean, wash dishes, laundry, and any household needs.
Check respiration rate, pulse, and temperature.
Change bandages, and dressings, helps with skincare, artificial limbs, and any
physical needs.
Operate Oxygen concentrator, tubing, and portable oxygen tanks.
Operated specialized medical equipment.
Schedule appointments and any necessary commitments.
Work with hospice organizations, certified home health and therapy agencies.
Maintain records of services performed, client's progress and changes in condition.
Takes pride in being a positive part of a patient care team that includes coworkers,
family members, loved ones, and medical professionals.
Works with chronic illnesses, disabilities, and cognitive issues.
623 South Holland Street, Bellville, TX 77418
Ph: 832-989-6161
susie.with6@gmail.com
2. Jun 2014-Dec 2015
Aug 2014-Oct 2014
Jul 2011-Apr 2013
May 2010-Jul 2011
Aug 2004-Dec 2007
Experience
Caregiver
Donnie Divin - Columbus, TX
Caring for all needs and challenges associated with early onset Alzheimer's until
she passed away Dec. 2015
Caregiver
Cherimie Moore - Wallis, TX
Cared for a lady's elderly mother that was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer.
Caregiver
Esabel Aguado - Sealy, Tx
Took pride in being lead in the care of a male client challenged with
physical, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive challenges until he passed in
April 2013. We cared for the following medical needs; COPD, sepsis, diabetes,
left leg amputation, and any other challenges that would arise.
Caregiver
Country Care Companions - Sealy, TX
Cared for individuals and families with a wide range of needs on a PRN basis.
Therapeutic Foster Parent
Owned and Operated Home for Therapeutic Foster Children - San Antonio, TX
DUTIES:
Serves as a role model by encouraging and reinforcing appropriate behaviors
and discouraging destructive behaviors through the constructive use of the
Teaching Family Model approved behavior management techniques.
Attends to the child's socialization needs by involving the foster child in
family, school, and community activities.
Acts as an educational advocate for the child with regard to school
placement and teacher conferences; ensures that the child completes
homework assignments, provides tutoring and works cooperatively with the
child's school.
Where appropriate, works collaboratively with the birth family and staff in
making decisions concerning the child; keeps the birth family abreast of
significant events in the child's life, and helps to arrange and transports
the child to and from family visits.
Responds quickly and appropriately in crisis situations using the least
restrictive intervention necessary; at times using therapeutic holds to
maintain safety of the child and others; must be able to act according to agency
policies.
Attends to the health care needs of the child by ensuring that they
complete medical and dental appointments, hearing and vision exams
annually, unless otherwise prescribed; ensures that child completes the
necessary lab work.
Provides for the child's spiritual, religious, and cultural development needs.
Attends and participates as a multidisciplinary team member in
3. Jun 2003-Aug 2007
the development and revisions of the child's Individual Treatment Plan (ITP).
Attends all therapy and psychiatric appointments and implements
therapy strategies.
Prepares a Lifebook for the child which highlights significant past
and present life events.
Attends to the child's personal care needs including providing nutritious
meals, administration of medications, proper hygiene, etc.
Ensures that the child has appropriate transportation to attend school,
medical appointments, etc.
Attends Foster Care Review Board meetings and any required
court appearances as needed.
Attends all required training for initial certification and annual
recertification.
Must be able to maintain the strict confidentiality of all
information pertaining to the foster child and the birth family.
Develop an annual budget children and home. Manage the spending budget in
place.
Completes a high volume of state required documentation.
SKILLS:
Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively with the foster child,
program staff and other members of the community.
Must possess sound judgement and good decision making skills.
Must be compassionate, patient and professional in all situations.
Must be flexible, open-minded and possess a willingness to learn.
Must be open and willing to learn new strategies and techniques to help
emotionally disturbed children.
Must be able to maintain appropriate objectivity when dealing with
sensitive issues concerning the foster child.
Associate Pastors of Children and Families.
CrossRoads Community Church - San Antonio, TX
Responsible for all aspects of ensuring spiritual growth for children and
families. Children we were responsible for were ages birth through fifth grade.
This includes curriculum selection, volunteer recruitment and development,
classroom management, and operational management necessary to ensure
successful and constantly improving children's services and special events.
Lead a team of paid staff and volunteers in the operation of children's ministry,
services, and special events.
Regularly select and/or develop curriculum for a children's ministry and
educational program that is a part of services and classes.
Implement children's registration, classroom management, and security
policies/practices in support of services, classes, and special events.
Cast vision for and program the church's outreach events, including music
selections, development of messages/teachings, and utilization of games and
other artistic elements in the inspiration of children and families in learning
about God.
4. Jan 2002-Sep 2004
Jan 2003-Mar 2004
Dec 2000-Jan 2002
Nov 1999-Dec 2000
Jan 1995-Nov 1999
May 1993
Jun 1992
Design and plan periodic child dedication services as required, meeting the
needs and expectations of families attending the church.
Lead the creative use and proactive upkeep of children's ministry facilities
and grounds.
Assist in the development of a yearly calendar, annual budget for children's
ministries. Manage the spending budget in place.
Function as a member of the church's Pastoral Staff. Perform all duties as
assigned.
Therapeutic Foster Parent
Baptist Children's Home - San Antonio, TX
Caregiver
Nonie Tryon - San Antonio, TX
Over night care for an elderly bedridden man. I worked with his wife to assure
thorough care, calm, and safety.
Therapeutic Foster Parent
Methodist Children's Home - Natchez, MS
Therapeutic Foster Parent
Georgia Children's Home - Macon, GA
Caregiver
Lila Kilbourne - Fulshear, TX
Cared for an elderly female client with Dementia. Took pride in accomplishing
what family felt was impossible. The emotional and behavioral outbursts of the
client were so intense on a daily basis that they were unable to keep staff for
longer than one month. I stayed for 4 years and she experienced incredible
progress during this time.
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Education
Cosmetology
Broken Arrow Beauty College - Broken Arrow, OK
General Studies
Windom Area High School - Windom, MN
Bachelor of Science : Nursing
Blinn College Sealy and Brehnam Campus - Sealy, TX