Summary
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Work History
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Grace Grant

Appleton

Summary

I am an ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in various medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Admired ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

PCT

Green Bay Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
  • Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rennes Health And Rehab
08.2020 - Current
  • Educate and encourage patients to follow orders given by health providers or therapists, such as heels off cushions, hip abduction pillows, frequent repositioning, or following intake orders.
  • Deliver compassionate and individualized patient care when obtaining vital signs, administering treatments within scope, and evaluating patients' physical, mental, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborate effectively and efficiently with the nursing team, dietary and therapy departments, while protecting patient confidentiality, to ensure patient needs are fully met.
  • Reduce risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by maintaining a clean and sterile environment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Paul Elderly Services
01.2016 - 08.2020
  • Strong leader for new nursing personnel assigned to unit/shift.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
  • Prioritized a clean, healthy and safe environment.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Grand Horizons Memory Care Center
07.2015 - 01.2016
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
  • Obtained information about clients’ medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies.
  • Administered medications and insulin as prescribed.
  • Coordinated, scheduled and arranged health appointments as well as scheduling traveling assistance as needed.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Cared for patients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's and muscular dystrophy.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oakridge Gardens
01.2015 - 07.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

Renaissance Assisted Living
09.2013 - 01.2015

Education

Certification - CPR & Fire Safety

Baka
3232 N Ballard Rd. Appleton, WI 54911
2015

Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant

Fox Valley Technical Colledge
1825 N. Bluemound Dr. Appleton, WI 54914
2013

High School Diploma - undefined

Appleton East High School
E Emmers Dr. Appleton, WI 54915
2012

Skills

  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Critical thinker
  • Work well under pressure
  • Effective time management
  • Patient-focused care
  • Dementia and alzheimer's knowledge
  • Efficient and reliable team player
  • Detail-oriented

Timeline

PCT

Green Bay Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Rennes Health And Rehab
08.2020 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Paul Elderly Services
01.2016 - 08.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Grand Horizons Memory Care Center
07.2015 - 01.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oakridge Gardens
01.2015 - 07.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

Renaissance Assisted Living
09.2013 - 01.2015

Certification - CPR & Fire Safety

Baka

Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant

Fox Valley Technical Colledge

High School Diploma - undefined

Appleton East High School
Grace Grant