Stephenie Murdock

1. **Providing Care**: Ensuring the daily needs of residents are met, which can include assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, eating, and medication management.

2. **Creating a Safe Environment**: Maintaining a safe and comfortable living space for residents, including ensuring the home meets health and safety regulations.

3. **Nutritional Support**: Providing nutritious meals and snacks that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences.

4. **Medication Management**: Administering medications according to prescribed schedules and ensuring compliance with medication protocols.

5. **Personal Support and Supervision**: Offering emotional support, companionship, and supervision to residents as needed on a 24/7 daily basis.

6. **Coordination of Services**: Coordinating with healthcare providers, social workers, and other professionals involved in the care of residents.

7. **Documentation and Reporting**: Keeping accurate records of residents' health, medications, and daily activities, and reporting any significant changes or incidents to appropriate authorities.

8. **Compliance with Regulations**: Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing adult foster homes, including licensing requirements and inspections.

9. **Advocacy**: Acting as an advocate for residents' rights and needs, ensuring they receive appropriate care and services.

10. **Training and Development**: Continuing education and training to stay updated on best practices in caregiving, healthcare, and safety protocols.

11. **Administrative Tasks**: Handling administrative duties such as managing finances, maintaining records, and overseeing employees.

• Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies by maintaining accurate documentation of activity programs.
• Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
• Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
• Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.
• Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
• Boosted social interaction among residents through organizing regular events, outings, and group activities.
• Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
• Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
• Addressed challenging behaviors exhibited by some residents during group settings through effective communication strategies that maintained a positive atmosphere.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of activity programs through ongoing assessment and feedback from residents, families, and staff members.

• Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
• Administered medication as directed by physician.
• Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
• Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
• Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
• Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication and active listening skills to understand their concerns and preferences.
• Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
• Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
• Upheld strict standards of privacy and confidentiality in all aspects of caregiving, maintaining the dignity and respect for patients at all times.
• Promoted a safe home environment for patients by identifying potential hazards and implementing necessary adjustments.
• Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary requirements, contributing to improved overall health for patients.
• Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
• Maintained accurate patient records, documenting daily activities, progress, and any changes in health conditions.
• Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
• Improved patient well-being with regular monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and personal care assistance.
• Provided emotional support during challenging times, helping patients cope with illness or disability-related stressors more effectively.
• Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
• Provided transportation and appointments management.
• Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
• Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
• Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
• Assisted with end-of-life care.

• Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
• Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
• Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
• Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
• Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
• Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
• Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
• Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
• Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
• Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
• Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
• Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
• Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
• Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
• Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
• Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
• Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
• Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
• Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
• Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
• Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
• Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
• Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
• Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.

• Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
• Administered medication as directed by physician.
• Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
• Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
• Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
• Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care tailored to individual needs.
• Maintained accurate patient records, documenting daily activities, progress, and any changes in health conditions.
• Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary requirements, contributing to improved overall health for patients.
• Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
• Improved patient well-being with regular monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and personal care assistance.
• Managed medical appointments, coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure timely access to necessary services.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication channels for better care coordination.
• Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
• Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
• Educated patients about self-care techniques, empowering them to take an active role in managing their own health.
• Facilitated recovery by assisting patients with physical therapy exercises and mobility support.
• Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
• Provided transportation and appointments management.
• Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
• Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.