Stephanie Cox
Spottswood
Summary
Compassionate and driven behavioral support professional with a strong foundation in healthcare and military service, eager to contribute as a Registered Behavior Technician at an innovative neurodivergent facility. Eight years of honorable military service, combined with four years of LPN nursing experience, create a unique skill set that enhances the delivery of exceptional behavioral support services. Developed emotional regulation tools and resources for personal use as a dedicated homeschool mother of four, which have since been successfully implemented in churches and vacation Bible schools. Committed to fostering inclusive environments that empower individuals to thrive.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Curriculum Developer
Unstuck Patterns
Spottswood, VA (remote)
01.2026 - Current
- Developed emotional regulation curriculum for children and families.
- Created the Heart Emergency Toolkit using evidence-based behavior strategies.
- Developed and delivered a four-day vacation Bible school curriculum for approximately 120 children, emphasizing self-regulation and social-emotional skills.
- Trained volunteers to implement behavior support strategies consistently
- Conducted research on instructional strategies to enhance educational outcomes and student engagement.
- Developed customized learning experiences by incorporating multimedia elements, interactive activities, and real-world examples.
- Collaborated with educators to assess program effectiveness and integrate feedback into course design.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Aviva Senior Living, LLC
Staunton, VA
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Evaluated healthcare needs necessitating follow-up by primary care provider.
- Facilitated appointment scheduling and addressed resident needs with efficiency.
- Supervised medication aides and resident aides to ensure compliance with care standards.
- Executed order transmission to pharmacy while managing additional clerical responsibilities.
- Evaluated individual needs and recommended tailored wellness programs focusing on fitness, stress management, and lifestyle modifications.
- Executed medication administration and treatment protocols in strict accordance with physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Cary Skin Center
Pinehurst, NC
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Facilitated patient care for numerous individuals undergoing Mohs surgery, actively assisting surgical teams in procedural tasks.
- Specialize in wound care and suture removal. Charting in EMR.
- Communicating with patients' needs to the provider.
- Providing the patient and the family pre and postoperative education such as wound care at home.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and effective communication.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
BAYADA Home Health Care
Aberdeen, NC
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided one-on-one nursing care for trached and vent-dependent adults in home care settings. Assisted families with education regarding care techniques and health management. Supported patients in daily activities to enhance comfort and wellbeing.
- Extensive knowledge in pediatric and adult respiratory system
- Care and maintaining of tracheostomies
- Following plan of care and reporting to clinical manager of any changes
- Administer prescribed medications or start intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Observe patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment.
- Dispensing and administration of medications
- Maintaining and administering if IV therapy Care of GT, JT and G/J feeding tubes
- Treatment of wounds and decubitus
Food Operations Specialist
United States Army, Active Duty & Army Reserves
Fort Carson, CO
04.2011 - 10.2019
- Prepared menu items listed on the production schedule as prescribed by Army recipes.
- Managed and trained newly enlisted soldiers on Army food operation protocols and procedures to include: serving line set up, applied food protection and sanitation measures and facilitating FDA continuing education trainings.
- Ensured that proper procedures, temperatures, and time periods were adhered to during food preparation while following and teaching direction on safety, security, and fire prevention procedures.
- Coordinated logistics for military operations, ensuring timely delivery of supplies and equipment.
Driver/Preloader
UPS - United Parcel Services
Wichita Falls, TX
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Managed UPS package inventory and delivery logistics for the north Texas region.
- Responsible for delivering packages in a timely manner, interact with the customers, and adhered to the regulations and common road rules while greeting and acknowledging all customers in a friendly and professional manner.
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Best Care Services
Wichita Falls, TX
12.2009 - 01.2011
- Helped patients with daily living activities and checked patient's vital signs.
- Accompany clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside the home, providing transportation, assistance, and companionship.
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Royal Estates Assisted Living
Wichita Falls, TX
06.2008 - 11.2009
- Checked patient vital signs and provide help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles.
- Assisted patient with daily activities but also conversed with or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert.
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Texhoma Christian Care Center
Wichita Falls, TX
05.2007 - 06.2008
- Assisted 20 residents in the Alzheimer's Unit with their daily activities and measured and recorded vital signs.
- Maintained patient dignity and privacy when assisting with bathing and dressing and built trusted relationships with residents by getting to know them on a personal level by making their comfort a priority.
Education
Master's degree - Psychology in Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University
07-2027
Bachelor's degree - Psychology in Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University
02-2025
Associate - General Education
Sandhills Community College
Pinehurst, NC12-2021
Certificate - Nursing-LPN
Vernon College
Wichita Falls, TX12-2015
Skills
- Active listening
- Data collection
- Documentation skills
- Behavioral management
- Social skills development
- Positive reinforcement
- Behavior treatment plans
- Skill development
- Picture exchange communication system
- Nursing documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Care plan development
- Critical thinking
- CPR/AED
- Patient observation
- Content development
- Teaching strategies
Certification
- LPN
- Peer Recovery Support Specialist
- ACLS Certification
- Certified Recovery Specialist
- LVN
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Behavior Curriculum Developer
Unstuck Patterns
01.2026 - Current
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Aviva Senior Living, LLC
02.2025 - 12.2025
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Cary Skin Center
02.2023 - 04.2023
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
BAYADA Home Health Care
05.2022 - 07.2022
Driver/Preloader
UPS - United Parcel Services
11.2017 - 12.2018
Food Operations Specialist
United States Army, Active Duty & Army Reserves
04.2011 - 10.2019
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Best Care Services
12.2009 - 01.2011
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Royal Estates Assisted Living
06.2008 - 11.2009
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Texhoma Christian Care Center
05.2007 - 06.2008
Associate - General Education
Sandhills Community College
Certificate - Nursing-LPN
Vernon College
Master's degree - Psychology in Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University
Bachelor's degree - Psychology in Applied Behavior Analysis
Purdue University
Military Service
- Branch: United States Army
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: Specialist
- April 2011 to October 2019