Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Key Qualifications
Awards
Timeline
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Debbie Schofield

Bedford,USA

Summary

Compassionate and energetic professional with a track record of providing excellent customer service desiring to contribute to day-to-day operations within a dynamic healthcare organization.

Overview

51
51
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Aide

1019 Belles place
02.2025 - Current
  • Assist with activities of daily living – mobility, personal hygiene, and feeding.
  • Document services provided, patient condition, and changes in patient behavior.
  • Keep household clean and organized, run errands, and prepare and serve meals.

Home Health Aide

Interim Home Health
09.2023 - 03.2025
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal health outcomes.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Safely transferred patients using appropriate equipment such as Hoyer lifts or gait belts minimizing injury risks.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
  • Provided transportation and appointments management.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Transported patients to medical appointments and social outings, fostering community engagement and overall wellbeing.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.

Home Health Aide

Cornerstone Caregiving
07.2024 - 01.2025
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.

Home Health Aide

Help At Home Health Care
07.2022 - 08.2023
  • Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.

Dishwasher

north Lawrence schools
09.1974 - 05.1981
  • Dishwasher for the cafeteria in elementary and junior high wash rinse sanitize dry and put away dishes.

Education

Associate of Science Degree - Health Sciences – Medical Administrative Assistant

Ultimate Medical Academy
01.2025

Skills

  • MS Excel
  • MS Word
  • MS PowerPoint
  • Typing Speed: 30 WPM
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Decision-making skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Independent thinker – requires minimal supervision

Certification

Home Health Aide, Interim, Bloomington, IN, HHA2202467

Key Qualifications

  • Medical Administrative Assistant
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Transcription
  • Patient Processing
  • Patient Registration
  • Medical Records Management
  • Check In
  • Check Out
  • Data Entry
  • Release of Information
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical Laws & Ethics
  • CMS 1500 Claim Form
  • Billing Cycle
  • Claims Appeal Process
  • Medical Billing Knowledge
  • Third Party Billing
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • HMO
  • PPO
  • Basic Coding Skills for ICD-10 & CPT
  • Insurance Verification
  • Anatomy & Physiology

Awards

Ultimate Medical Academy Honor Roll, 2024/2025

Timeline

Home Health Aide

1019 Belles place
02.2025 - Current

Home Health Aide

Cornerstone Caregiving
07.2024 - 01.2025

Home Health Aide

Interim Home Health
09.2023 - 03.2025

Home Health Aide

Help At Home Health Care
07.2022 - 08.2023

Dishwasher

north Lawrence schools
09.1974 - 05.1981

Associate of Science Degree - Health Sciences – Medical Administrative Assistant

Ultimate Medical Academy

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