Stephanie Johnson
Personal Caregiver
Portland,OR
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Senior And Disability Services, adept at developing personalized care plans and fostering patient independence. Proven ability in dementia care and nutritional planning, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Recognized for effective communication and dedication to enhancing patient well-being through meaningful engagement and advocacy.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Caregiver Certificates 2001-2024
1
1
BLS Certificate 12/29/25
Work History
Family Caregiver
Johnetta Burkett
10.2025 - Current
- Served as a dedicated advocate for patient needs when interacting with healthcare professionals or insurance companies.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging in meaningful conversations and recreational activities with patients.
- Improved patient care by developing personalized care plans and maintaining detailed records of daily activities.
- Managed household tasks efficiently, creating a clean and organized living environment conducive to patient wellbeing.
- Enhanced quality of life for patients with dementia by implementing cognitive stimulation activities tailored to individual needs.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Senior Caregiver and Disabled
Senior And Disability Services
03.2000 - 04.2024
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to provide comprehensive care plans for each patient.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices and industry trends in senior care.
- Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and balance.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Supported mobility needs of patients by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and positioning techniques.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to medication schedules.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate seamless care delivery across various settings.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, offering a listening ear and empathetic conversation.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, completing housekeeping tasks as needed.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Education
GED -
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, Oregon, OR 05.2001 -
Skills
Compassionate caregiving
Dementia care
Nutritional planning
Dependable and responsible
Cultural sensitivity
HIPAA compliance
Complex Problem-solving
Patient advocacy
Progress documentation
ADL assistance
Disability support
Personal hygiene assistance
Accomplishments
In 2002 I managed to advocate a revolving air bed for a Client that need relief from chronic bedsores also a new electric chair. Caregiver Certificates 2001 to 2024 BLS Certificate 12/29/2025
Timeline
Family Caregiver
Johnetta Burkett
10.2025 - Current
GED -
Chemeketa Community College
05.2001 -
Senior Caregiver and Disabled
Senior And Disability Services
03.2000 - 04.2024