Graicen Gonse
Virginia Beach
Summary
A compassionate aspiring healthcare professional with CNA, CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications. Great team player and collaborative worker with leadership skills. Focused and determined to improve the health and well-being of others.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
NCP
Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters
11.2020 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Server
The Egg Bistro
01.2019 - Current
- One of the top rated breakfast spots in the Virginia Beach area.
- Was one of few chosen to work through the pandemic and was able to convey and warrant different dishes and promotions while contributing to a constant increase in sales.
- Have received outstanding reviews on my customer service, high energy and work ethic.
Student
Own King of Requested Help
01.2019 - 01.2019
- A highly ranked assisted living facility for the elderly.
- Worked with the residents and assisted with the residents I was assigned to.
- Was able to assist with daily activities including basic exercises and physical activity with getting smiles on their faces.
Intern
Sentara Leigh Hospital-Bennett Center
01.2018 - 01.2018
- An exceptional center with highly qualified technology and staff that assist and guide a patient’s journey from cancer detection to cancer treatment and recovery.
- Worked with and assisted the managers of the department to help with filing patient information, scheduling and booking of the transport, management, and assisting with what was needed during mammograms, bone density exams, and ultrasounds.
Intern
CryoVA
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Richmond Virginia’s first Whole Body Cryotherapy Center.
- Worked with teammates including college students from the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University to use as a job.
- Was able to suggest what team solutions according to client’s range of pain.
- Learned how to correctly use and perform sessions of both localized therapy machine, whole body cryotherapy machine, and the sauna/ice compression system.
College Panhellenic Delegate
Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Discussed philanthropic events, fundraisers, and recruitment updates on behalf of the chapter.
- Was a reliable member and constantly relayed information and held others accountable to get the most outcome possible.
- Was able to get the highest level of attendance to a panhellenic meeting.
- Worked with representatives from other chapters to increase involvement of students for organizations such as Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation, Autism Speaks, Domestic Violence Awareness, and March of Dimes for example.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Health Science
Virginia Commonwealth University
01.2018
Skills
- II PROFESSIONAL
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Compassion
- Communication
- Adaptability
- II TECHNICAL
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Sunflower Award Nominee and Excellent Friend to Nursing Nominee
A multiple sunflower award nominee for demonstrating outstanding service and compassion while exemplifying CHKD’s mission of excellence in a non-nursing role. Nominated for the excellent friend to nursing for serving as constant support and a having positive attitude towards my coworkers.
Timeline
NCP
Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters
11.2020 - Current
Server
The Egg Bistro
01.2019 - Current
Student
Own King of Requested Help
01.2019 - 01.2019
Intern
Sentara Leigh Hospital-Bennett Center
01.2018 - 01.2018
Intern
CryoVA
01.2018 - 01.2018
College Panhellenic Delegate
Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority
01.2018 - 01.2018
Bachelor's Degree - Health Science
Virginia Commonwealth University
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