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Stephaney Edwards

Greensboro,NC

Summary

Dedicated Direct Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration, appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Caregiver

Caring Hands Home Care
Greensboro, NC
07.2019 - Current
  • Maintained records of client progress and reported any changes in condition to the supervisor.
  • Helped clients prepare meals, shop for groceries and arrange transportation to medical appointments.
  • Organized activities that promoted socialization among clients while also engaging them mentally and physically.
  • Provided companionship by talking to clients about their day-to-day experiences and concerns.
  • Observed safety protocols at all times when working with clients in order to prevent accidents or injury.
  • Kept a clean living environment for clients by performing light housekeeping tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, laundry and changing linens.
  • Offered emotional support during difficult times such as illness or bereavement.
  • Assisted clients with mobility issues by providing transfers from bed to wheelchair or other assistive devices.

Associate Professional

Choice Behavioral Health & Consultation Services
Greensboro, NC
10.2016 - Current
  • Collaborated with staff to develop Individualized Personal Plans for the consumer.
  • Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual consumer.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the workplace environment.
  • Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
  • Taught daily life skills and behaviors to consumers to build practical knowledge.
  • Monitored computer usage and assisted consumer with hardware and software issues.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

South University
Savannah, GA
08-2012

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC
05-2004

Skills

  • Compassionate Client Care
  • Client Documentation
  • Patient Care
  • Recreational Activities
  • Community Activities
  • Behavioral Management
  • Emotional Support
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Medication Management
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Behavior Redirection
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Client Safety and First Aid
  • Toileting Assistance
  • Compassionate Care
  • Client Transportation
  • Medication Administration
  • Meal Preparation
  • First Aid Training

Timeline

Personal Caregiver

Caring Hands Home Care
07.2019 - Current

Associate Professional

Choice Behavioral Health & Consultation Services
10.2016 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing

South University

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Guilford Technical Community College
Stephaney Edwards