Expertise:
Ms. Nelson's expertise is in executive administration.
Hobbies/Sports:
Swimming, Hiking, Bowling, Knitting, Crocheting, Needle Work, Painting
Affiliations Awards:
American Association of Retired Persons
Work History:
Six Years as Executive Legal Secretary, for San Fransisco Assemblyman and for San Francisco Supervisor and Thirty-Two Years in the Medical Field.
Highlight of career?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is working with all different kinds of patients.
Number Of Years In Profession:
32
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her career success to her honor, loyalty and devotion.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession through her interests in legal secretarial work inspired by her mother and the medical field by her mentor.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Nelson donated her kidney to Dr. L.B. Marshall at University of California San Francisco in 1997. She worked in his clinic as a medical lab technician, manager, certified phloebotomist and driver for his limousine service from 1976 to 2002. She also worked for San Francisco Assemblyman, California Speaker of the House, and San Francisco Mayor Willie L. Brown and San Francisco Supervisor Terry Francois, Esquire and Aubrey Grossman Esquire between 1968 and 1974.
She is currently working for her mentors and friends, including Barbara Schuh. ResCare Purchased Companion Care in 2008.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Assisting Doctors and Seniors with Daily Needs Including Feeding and Bathing, Dispensing Medication, Cleaning, Performing Wound Care, Managing Shopping, Taking Seniors to the Symphony, Traveling
Education Certifications:
Certified Phlebotomist; Certified Medical Laboratory Technician
Awards/Honors:
Home Award, California Association for Health Services (2007); Caregiver of the Year Award, Companion Cares (2006)