Stephanie Coffey
Georgetown,OH
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient quality of life through compassionate care and effective chronic disease management, my tenure at Home Instead showcased my ability to adapt to patient needs and maintain meticulous documentation. Leveraging skills in emotional support and patient advocacy, I consistently improved patient well-being and safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Caregiver
Home Instead
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, improving their overall quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized living space for patients.
- Ensured timely transportation of patients to appointments or social engagements, enhancing their ability to maintain an active lifestyle outside the home setting.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families through open communication channels and empathetic listening skills.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies by implementing appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Supported emotional well-being through companionship services such as reading aloud or playing games together during downtime periods.
- Provided physical assistance for mobility, promoting independence and safety in the home environment.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical professionals promptly.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Coordinated meal planning based on dietary requirements and preferences, contributing to optimal nutritional intake for each patient.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging patients in meaningful conversation and activities.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare system, ensuring they received appropriate services and resources.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress and changes in health status, facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers.
- Implemented effective strategies for addressing behavioral issues related to dementia or other cognitive impairments.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Manage 3 different clients every week and pick up new clients whenever needed. I have gotten employee of the month for picking up last minute clients when needed and am recognized as a very hard worker that patients love to be around.
Sales Associate
Buckle
08.2021 - 02.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Managed up to 20 clients in one day 5 days a week.
- Known for the highest sale to one client in that store, which was over $4,000.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY05.2026
Skills
- Emotional Support
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dementia Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Care
- Documentation
- Care Plan Management
- Behavior redirection
- Recording vital signs
- Patient Transport
- Ambulation Assistance
- Appointment Scheduling
- Home Health Aide
- Wound Care
- Emotional Support and Companionship
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Patient Advocacy
- Medical Terminology
Timeline
Home Health Caregiver
Home Instead
02.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Buckle
08.2021 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Northern Kentucky University