Meet Donald Smith, CPA and outstanding Caregiver in our Joplin region! "Faith is the primary force in everything I do." "My wife, my father and I have started delivering food donations to those that have been financially burdened since the covid outbreak." "Jesus said "what you have done to the least of these, you have done unto me". I'm not serving clients, I'm serving my Father's … [Read more...] about Donald Smith, CPA
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Jodie Briley-Robertson
Meet Jodie Briley-Robertson, an outstanding nurse in our Joplin region! "I have the opportunity to give back. Knowing the work I do has the potential to impact and possibly change someone’s life is so rewarding." "Phoenix gave me the opportunity to further my knowledge and skills as well as allowing me to have more one on one time with my patients, ensuring them with the best care … [Read more...] about Jodie Briley-Robertson
Angie Lange, CNA
Meet Angie Lange, CNA in our Joplin Region! “I go into my clients homes and treat them the way I would treat them if they were my own family. I also go into their home with a positive attitude and a smile on my face. I have always been a caring and passionate person. I put others before my own needs. I get told I can make a person that is down feel better once they see my smiling face.” “I … [Read more...] about Angie Lange, CNA
Kimberly Meyer
Meet Kimberly Meyer, Pediatric Nurse in our O'Fallon, MO region! "Knowing that I am helping a child and their family live a better life by giving them care in their home makes it all worth it. I am passionate about quality care, the "little things" like assisting with ADLs and taking on a challenging case to push myself to learn more." Why Home Care & Why Phoenix? "This is funny … [Read more...] about Kimberly Meyer
Sharon Bangole
Meet Sharon Bangole, a dedicated Phoenix Caregiver! "Sharon is the epitome of what it means to be an amazing caregiver. Not only has she taken on shifts at the last minute, but she has been an exemplary team player when it comes to accepting shifts that no other caregiver would. Sharon always has a smile on her face and is ready to work no matter how long it takes. Sharon IS the X Factor! … [Read more...] about Sharon Bangole
Kelly Wilson, Occupational Therapist
Meet Kelly Wilson, Occupational Therapist in our Greater Kansas City Region! "Often I find myself saying I can’t believe I get paid to do what I do. I love serving others, especially people who are possibly isolated and lonely because of health problems, disabilities, or age. When I’m meeting someone’s need, right where they are, I am filled with energy and a kind of joy that can only come … [Read more...] about Kelly Wilson, Occupational Therapist
Marty Holdeman, LPN
Meet Marty Holdeman, LPN in the Independence Region! "Passion is all about my client, he needs me and depends on me so I do my best to make each day a little special. Doing the same thing every day can get old. We joke a lot about news, politics and religion. He has a great sense of humor." "Home care is one on one. You can do a lot of personalized care when there is only one client. I … [Read more...] about Marty Holdeman, LPN
Kim Murry, RN
Meet Kim Murry, RN at Phoenix Home Care & Hospice of Independence! "I have a daughter with Down Syndrome and that has given me the passion to work with chronically ill children for PHC. I've always had a strong desire to work with special needs children and do amazing things. These children make me connect with what I love doing and makes me a "better me"." "I chose Homecare because I … [Read more...] about Kim Murry, RN
Renee Roither, LPN
Meet Renee Roither, LPN in the Greater Kansas City, MO Region! What gives you the passion to do what you do? Helping others and making them smile Renee stated, "I love the individual care. Getting to know my client, building a trusting professional relationship. Being able to give complete care is very rewarding." "Phoenix is a great place to work for, the PDN team is amazing! They … [Read more...] about Renee Roither, LPN
Katie Rainford
MORE AWAKENING THAN A DOUBLE SHOT OF ESPRESSO! There was just something special about that Barista at Starbucks. She had a great smile; a caring way about her and a willingness to do whatever it took to make someone’s day. Too bad Starbucks! Phoenix got her! Her name is Katie Rainford and she is the Human Resources Manager for Loveland and North Glenn, … [Read more...] about Katie Rainford
Allison Zike, LPN
Meet Allison Zike, LPN in the Columbia region! "I love kids. At, First I wanted to work with the elderly. I never knew how much of a blessing working with kids would be." "When I was still a student in school, I was struggling with what I wanted to do as a nurse. When Phoenix came to our school they were so welcoming and that is what made my decision. They made me feel like … [Read more...] about Allison Zike, LPN
Martine Pierre, LPN
Meet Martine Pierre, LPN in the Columbia region! "Growing up in Haiti as a child seeing all of the poverty that surrounded me, it motivated me to want to make a difference. I love being a nurse because it allows me to live my passion to help others. I would love to go back to Haiti when I retire and be a blessing to the people there." "When I relocated to Missouri from Florida Phoenix was … [Read more...] about Martine Pierre, LPN
The Hometown Duo Breaking Records and Building Relationships
A bit of a giggle sneaks out of the office around the corner. Then . . . a collection of chuckles erupts, and finally a whole bunch of full-blown laughs echoes through the hallways. It’s a typical day in the Phoenix Home Care office of Branson, Missouri. It is a team of fun, others’-centered, positive, energetic, authentic people who love what they do and who find joy and moments to smile (and … [Read more...] about The Hometown Duo Breaking Records and Building Relationships
Beverly Gouty, RN!
Meet Beverly Gouty, RN! Beverly is a nurse for our Springfield Private Duty Nursing team. She shares her love for working with PDN clients. We are so honored to have Beverly at Phoenix Home Care & Hospice. "I have always had the desire to become a nurse from the time I was very little. I decided to pursue my dream only after I became a widow and was left with three young boys. I wanted them … [Read more...] about Beverly Gouty, RN!
Lori Ragan
Meet Lori Ragan (pictured on right)! Lori is a nurse in the Independence area. "It gives me a lot of satisfaction to provide one-on-one care for a client. I am passionate about getting to know my client and take care of their specific needs. It's hard to understand why I'd choose one-on-one care unless you have worked in a nursing home. I choose Phoenix because of the office staff, leadership … [Read more...] about Lori Ragan
