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Gracie Alspach

Viroqua,WI

Summary

Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Dedicated CNA brings 5 -year background visiting patients in-home and conducting physical assessments, dressing wounds and assisting with bathing and grooming activities. Polite and courteous professional with in-depth knowledge of CPR and first aid. Committed to collaborating with physicians and families to provide quality patient care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Traveling CNA

GrapeTree Medical Staffing
08.2021 - Current
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.

Home Health Aide

St. Croix Hospice
03.2024 - 09.2024
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.

Direct Support Professional

Community Care of Iowa
11.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.

Education

High School Diploma -

Carroll High School
Carroll, IA
05-2021

CNA -

Des Monies Area Community College
Carroll, IA
11-2020

Skills

  • Clinical assessment
  • First aid and CPR
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient care
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Patient-focused care
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Collecting specimens
  • Documenting behaviors
  • Vital sign recording
  • Care plan implementation
  • Infection control procedures
  • Conducting intakes
  • Transporting patients
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Recording vital signs
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Helping with medication
  • General housekeeping
  • Reliable transportation
  • Pediatric care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Quick problem solver
  • Interdisciplinary communication
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Compassionate
  • Valid WI driver's license
  • Patient relationship building
  • Medical terminology
  • Electronic charting
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Activity planning
  • Chronic disease management
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Feeding assistance expert
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Reliable team player
  • End-of-life care
  • Bedside manner
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Meal planning
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Light housekeeping
  • Inpatient care
  • G-tube care
  • Preparing meals
  • Toileting assistance
  • Dressing assistance

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

Home Health Aide

St. Croix Hospice
03.2024 - 09.2024

Direct Support Professional

Community Care of Iowa
11.2023 - 03.2024

Traveling CNA

GrapeTree Medical Staffing
08.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

Carroll High School

CNA -

Des Monies Area Community College

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