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Overview
Work History
Education
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Ivy Thoreson

La Crosse

Summary

With a proven track record at Gundersen Health System, I excel in patient care and vital signs monitoring, demonstrating compassion and attention to detail. My expertise has significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and safety, embodying a commitment to excellence and empathy in healthcare. I have always worked in healthcare and hope to continue getting certifications to improve.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Onalaska Care Center
08.2024 - Current

help take care of residents

feed residents

maintain there safety

dress and provide oral hygiene for residents

CNA

Eagles Crest Communities
06.2024 - 09.2024

took care of residents

provided hygiene morning and night

helped resides feel safe and prevented falls

took vital signs

Bartender/server

Schmidtys
09.2023 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

CNA

Gundersen Health System
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • 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.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

CNA

Morrow Home Community
06.2020 - 02.2022
  • Encouraged patient autonomy through assistance with everyday activities.
  • 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.
  • Adjusted bed rails and equipment to maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.

Education

Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing

Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI

High School Diploma -

Cashton High School
Cashton, WI
03.2023

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Attention to detail
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Bathing assistance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Compassionate communication
  • CPR certified

Timeline

CNA

Onalaska Care Center
08.2024 - Current

CNA

Eagles Crest Communities
06.2024 - 09.2024

Bartender/server

Schmidtys
09.2023 - Current

CNA

Gundersen Health System
01.2023 - 09.2023

CNA

Morrow Home Community
06.2020 - 02.2022

Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing

Western Technical College

High School Diploma -

Cashton High School
Ivy Thoreson