Stephanie Kane
Wichita,KS
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared to excel in providing personalized patient care. Proven track record in delivering high-quality support and adapting to various patient needs. Focused on collaborative teamwork and achieving optimal patient outcomes with reliability and flexibility. Skilled in patient assistance and care management, exhibiting empathy and attention to detail.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant
Self Employed
Wichita, KS
09.1983 - Current
- Book and Coordinated Doctor appointments.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, ability to follow orders pertaining to medication disbursement.
- Monitoring health status.
- Provided compassionate and personalized care to patients in their homes, ensuring their comfort and well-being
- Assisting with daily ADL'S
- Managed medical equipment and supplies inventory to ensure availability for patient needs
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times
- Performed light housekeeping duties including cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and grocery shopping for clients
- Demonstrated empathy towards clients' emotional needs while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Maintained accurate records of patient activities, including meals consumed.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Supervised medication administration, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient treatment plans based on medication needs.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills when faced with complex medication administration scenarios, allowing for prompt resolution and minimal impact on patient care.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
Home Health Aide (HHA)
TRADITIONS HOSPICE FORMALLY SERENITY HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE CARE
Wichita, KS
10.2017 - 07.2024
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times
- Provided compassionate and personalized care to patients in their homes, ensuring their comfort and well-being
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication administration
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by regularly sanitizing equipment and living areas
- Ensured infection control protocols were followed at all times when providing care
- Provided compassionate personal care to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity for clients.
- Educated clients on health management practices to encourage adherence to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Streamlined documentation processes for patient records, improving compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
- Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions as directed by healthcare providers, improving patient comfort and mobility.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations including non-English speakers or individuals with cognitive impairments.
Home Health Care Aide/Medical Records
Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice
Wichita, KS
06.2003 - 06.2017
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills when dealing with diverse populations including different age groups and cultural backgrounds
- Demonstrated proficiency in using medical equipment such as oxygen tanks, nebulizers, feeding tubes, etc
- Collaborated with social workers and chaplains to address the emotional and spiritual needs of patients
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times according to HIPAA regulations
- Documented patient observations accurately in medical records to ensure continuity of care among different shifts
- Provided compassionate and personalized care to terminally ill patients in a hospice setting
- Assisted with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Assisted in end-of-life care procedures such as turning/repositioning bedridden patients to prevent pressure ulcers
- Managed incoming and outgoing phone calls, addressing inquiries from patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies
- Provided support to nursing staff by monitoring vital signs, collecting specimens, or assisting with patient transfers
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Coordinated communication between patients, families, and medical teams for holistic care continuity.
- Trained new staff on caregiving protocols and patient interaction techniques.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, fostering trust and comfort in care settings.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Maintained a clean, safe home environment for patients through regular housekeeping tasks and adhering to hygiene protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans that met individual patient needs.
- Prevented falls and injuries by implementing safety measures within the home environment based on individual risk assessments.
- Demonstrated excellent time management and organizational skills, managing multiple clients'' needs simultaneously without compromising quality of care.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, enabling them to confidently provide support at home.
Community Living Supervisor
Starkey Inc
Wichita, KS
05.1997 - 09.2002
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients' needs, strengths, and goals to develop individualized treatment plans
- Advocated for clients rights and facilitated communication between clients and service providers
- Monitored client progress regularly through ongoing assessment and evaluation of treatment effectiveness
- Oversaw the maintenance and repair of residential properties, ensuring timely completion of work orders
- Conducted regular inspections of residential units to identify any safety hazards or maintenance issues
- Managed the budget for residential operations, monitoring expenses and identifying areas for cost reduction
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for clients with intellectual disabilities, ensuring their specific needs and goals were met
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including psychologists, therapists, nurses, and social workers to provide comprehensive care
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, incidents, medications administered, and any changes in behavior or health status
- Administered medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals and documented patient responses
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for medical appointments or transfers between facilities
- Trained staff on best practices in resident care, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams for optimal resident support.
- Facilitated communication between residents, families, and service providers to foster a supportive environment.
- Mentored junior staff on caregiving techniques, promoting professional development and skill enhancement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of resident progress notes, incident reports, medication administration records, and other essential paperwork.
- Kept accurate records for house accounts and clients' personal spending accounts.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals in providing comprehensive support services tailored specifically to each individual''s unique needs.
Education
Healthcare (CNA/HCA/CMA) -
WTI, Wichita Kansas
Wichita, KS01.2001
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs
- Food Preparation
- Hospice Care
- Medical Office Experience
- Tube Feeding
- Infection Control Training
- Caregiving
- Meal Preparation
- Hospital Experience
- Home Care
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Patient Care
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- Certified Home Health Aide
- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- CNA
Additional Information
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Strong Problem Solver
- Patient Charts
- Emotional Support
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Medical Records
- Inbound/outbound calls
Timeline
Home Health Aide (HHA)
TRADITIONS HOSPICE FORMALLY SERENITY HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE CARE
10.2017 - 07.2024
Home Health Care Aide/Medical Records
Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice
06.2003 - 06.2017
Community Living Supervisor
Starkey Inc
05.1997 - 09.2002
Private Duty Certified Nursing Assistant
Self Employed
09.1983 - Current
Healthcare (CNA/HCA/CMA) -
WTI, Wichita Kansas