Stephanie Harmon
Joshua,TX
Summary
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through 25 years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. Adult/Child/Infant CPR & AED Certification for Health Care Provider (BLS) plus first aide. I love working in the healthcare field. I take pride in helping others. Hospice care has been a true passion of mine. I have excellent attendance and I am a positive person who always has a smile on my face and I love to see my patients and their families feel the same way.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Aide
Enhabit Hospice
10.2019 - Current
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
- Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Hospice Aide
Harbor Hospice
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
- Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
- Documented patient information and care activities.
CNA
Timberwood Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and O2 levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
CNA
The Bradford At Brookside Rehabilitation Center
05.2015 - 09.2017
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and O2 levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Hospice Aide
Hospice Care Of The Southwest
12.2007 - 10.2011
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Checked and recorded vital signs, and reported to nurse of any significant changes.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
- Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
- Documented patient information and care activities.
CNA
Pine Ridge Health Care
08.2003 - 12.2007
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and O2 levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities.
Cashier
Browder's Marina
08.2002 - 08.2003
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
CNA
Fireside Lodge
09.1999 - 08.2000
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and O2 levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities.
CNA
Cleburne Health Care
04.1999 - 09.1999
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and O2 levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Documented patient information and care activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
Scranton, PA (Online)08.2022
Skills
- Patient Care & Safety
- Compassionate Care
- CNA Certification
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Privacy / HIPAA Compliance
- Bathing, grooming, and dressing assistance
- Vital Signs & Patient Monitoring
- Calm Under Stress
- Medical Terminology
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Electronic Documentation
- Patient Advocacy and Support
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Hospice Aide
Enhabit Hospice
10.2019 - Current
Hospice Aide
Harbor Hospice
02.2018 - 09.2019
CNA
Timberwood Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2017 - 09.2019
CNA
The Bradford At Brookside Rehabilitation Center
05.2015 - 09.2017
Hospice Aide
Hospice Care Of The Southwest
12.2007 - 10.2011
CNA
Pine Ridge Health Care
08.2003 - 12.2007
Cashier
Browder's Marina
08.2002 - 08.2003
CNA
Fireside Lodge
09.1999 - 08.2000
CNA
Cleburne Health Care
04.1999 - 09.1999
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School