Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
Barista

Stacie Russell

Cross Plains,WI

Summary

Encouraging and eager problem-solver with talents for leading, motivating and executing, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of individuals in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Server/Hostess/Assistant to Manager/Owner

Dorf Haus Supper Club
Sauk City , WI
10.2006 - Current
  • Offer enthusiastic and personable service to all customers to ensure positive dining experience.
  • Organize and lead banquet services for variety of clientele/events including celebrations of life, weddings, anniversaries, Quinceanera, corporate holiday events, birthdays, etc.
  • Assist with off-site food and beverage catering events.
  • Assist with guest inquiries, take-out orders, restaurant cleanliness and organization, escalation of presenting needs/concerns to management.
  • Resolve guest complaints quickly and efficiently.
    Assist manager/owner with nightly flow and operations and maintain continuity between FOH and BOH
  • Motivate and train employees according to establishment requirements/guidelines.
  • Food handling and safety certified.

In-home Personal Therapist/Patient Care Attendant

Self-Employed
Madison , Wisconsin
03.2021 - Current
  • Build strong rapport with clients and family, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
  • Improve patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
  • Assess clients' mental, physical, and emotional health needs, recommended treatment interventions and monitor progress.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans addressing improvement in ADLs, functional transfers and mobility, use of DME and assistive devices and more related to in-home rehabilitation and recovery.
  • Assist patient with ADLs, therapeutic exercises, community mobility, transportation to/from appointments and community engagements, household chores and more.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

GL Rehabilitation
Madison , WI
09.2021 - 02.2023
  • Provided direct occupational therapy services in post-acute/skilled rehabilitation and long-term care settings.
  • Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
  • Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
  • Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and exercise equipment.
  • Supported patients in occupational therapy procedures to restore function and decrease pain.
  • Supported facility with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, completing functional screens, facilitating interdisciplinary correspondence & collaborations.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Aegis Therapies
Sauk City , WI
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Provided direct occupational therapy services in short-term rehab, outpatient, and long-term care settings.
  • Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing, and self-feeding.
  • Helped improve fine motor, visual perception, and sensory processing skills.
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, and home exercises.
  • Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
  • Performed various assessments including SLUMS, Barthel Index, ACLS, KU balance, MMT, FFRT, and more to establish functional baselines and assess progress.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Stellar Rehabilitation LLC
Verona , WI
10.2011 - 03.2021
  • Provided direct occupational therapy services in Home Health and Outpatient settings.
  • Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team to maximize patients overall well-being
  • Increase patients ability to complete activities of daily living such as grooming, dressing, self-feeding, exercise, and mobility through tailored therapeutic activities and exercise.
  • Performed various cognitive assessments such as ACLS, MOCA, SLUMS.
  • Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer, MI, CVA, TIA, COPD and more.
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, safety recommendations and home exercises.
  • Facilitated on-going assessments of patient/family/facility needs and implementation of interdisciplinary team care plan.
  • Supported company with administrative tasks when needed.
  • Community marketing and educational trainings to promote company's services and dedication to patient care.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI
2009

Skills

  • Occupational therapy techniques understanding
  • Clinical judgment & assessment
  • Training/educating experience
  • Patient-focused care
  • Medicare/Medicaid statutes and regulations
  • Culturally-competent care
  • Strong ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Strong work ethic
  • Problem-Solving Skills

Affiliations

American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)

National Board for Certification in Occpational Therapy (NBCOT)

Certification

  • Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant by State of Wisconsin
  • BLS/CPR/AED by American Heart Association
  • ServSafe Food Handler by National Restaurant Association

Timeline

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

GL Rehabilitation
09.2021 - 02.2023

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Aegis Therapies
05.2021 - 09.2021

In-home Personal Therapist/Patient Care Attendant

Self-Employed
03.2021 - Current

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Stellar Rehabilitation LLC
10.2011 - 03.2021

Server/Hostess/Assistant to Manager/Owner

Dorf Haus Supper Club
10.2006 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

Madison Area Technical College
  • Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant by State of Wisconsin
  • BLS/CPR/AED by American Heart Association
  • ServSafe Food Handler by National Restaurant Association
Stacie Russell