Alexa Upchurch
Spanaway,Wa
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health CNA
First Choice
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming to maintain patient hygiene and dignity.
- Improved patient satisfaction by actively listening and addressing concerns or requests promptly.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients at home.
- Provided transportation assistance to doctor appointments or therapy sessions as needed for continued patient care outside the home setting.
CNA
AB Staffing
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Worked individually with one on one patients or suicidal patients
Med Tech Lead / Schedules
Brookdale-
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Achieved high levels of efficiency while distributing medications by organizing daily routines around individual patient schedules and needs.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
- Set schedules for 40+ staff by planning and designating shifts and hours.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers.
On leave- child care
11.2018 - 09.2020
Medical Leave for Twins & taking care
University Of Washington Medical Center
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Cna
Emerald City Medical Stang | Life Care Medical Stang
04.2016 - 01.2018
- Worked in mental health, drug intake, and Swedish hospitals in all settings and situations
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Cna
Multicare
06.2010 - 04.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Education
Pre-Nursing & Business Associates -
Tacoma Community College
01.2015
Skills
- Alzheimer's Care
- Transfer Techniques
- Dressing assistance
- Catheter Care
- Behavioral Management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Companionship and emotional support
- Ambulation Assistance
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Safety Precautions
- Direct Patient Care
- Critical Thinking
Currentqualifications
- Washington Certified Nursing Assistant License, Nac.Nc.60139054
- American Heart Association's Certified Bls Provider, 2022-2024
- Delegated Med Tech (Brookdale) Core Hours
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
- BLS
- Food Handlers
Timeline
Home Health CNA
First Choice
10.2023 - Current
CNA
AB Staffing
01.2022 - 10.2022
Med Tech Lead / Schedules
Brookdale-
09.2020 - 01.2022
On leave- child care
11.2018 - 09.2020
University Of Washington Medical Center
11.2016 - 11.2018
Cna
Emerald City Medical Stang | Life Care Medical Stang
04.2016 - 01.2018
Cna
Multicare
06.2010 - 04.2016
Pre-Nursing & Business Associates -
Tacoma Community College