Dracey, MSW, APSW
Medical Social Worker
Dracey has 10 years experience in social work and specializes in assistance programs for the elderly at both the state and federal level. In addition to patients receiving home health care services, she has worked with mental health patients and those under hospice care.
Dracey is well-versed in the area of cultural sensitivity and provides training on this important component of patient care. She aims to assist patients, families and caregivers with the transition from inpatient facility back home.
Dracey graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Lander University in Greenwood, SC. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from Loyola University, in Chicago in 2006. Dracey is an essential part of our experienced health care team.
“I am a strong advocate for enhancing well-being and strive to meet the basic
human needs of all people.”
Debbie, RN, BS, BSN, CWCN
Director of Clinical Services
WOCN Board Certified Wound Care Nurse
Debbie holds degrees in biology and nursing. She is also a board certified Wound Care Nurse. Debbie’s specialty is pressure ulcer prevention and advanced healing techniques. She is trained to develop wound management plans, deliver wound treatment and provide supervision to maximize healing outcomes.
Getting involved is the best way to be a good nurse, according to Debbie. She enjoys overseeing patient care coordination. Many patients have several physicians and specialists and new medications. They need someone to put it all together and communicate with the members of their health care team. Often, that person is Debbie.
“Above all, I see myself as a patient advocate. The well-being of each of my patients
is my top priority.”
At Kenosha Visiting Nurse Association, Debbie thoroughly assesses the needs of patients and ensures they have access to available resources. Debbie has worked in several health care environments and feels that home care suits her best. It allows her to care for patients from start to finish. That’s why the most often heard comment from her patients is that they don’t know what they would have done without her.
Diane, RN
Case Manager and Pediatric Specialist
A nurse for 33 years, Diane is a skilled practitioner who specializes in treating pediatric patients. Diane brings invaluable experience to the Kenosha VNA nursing team.
Patients of all ages are fortunate to find their way into Diane’s care because in her, they find a person they can trust. She’s known for developing close bonds with her patients. They often like to keep in touch long after their care is complete, and Diane wouldn’t have it any other way.
“My goal is to earn the trust of my patients by being there for them and being a proactive, knowledgeable nurse. This is important for everyone I care for, no matter their age.”
As a nurse with Kenosha Visiting Nurse Association, Diane has the ability to work closely with patients and ultimately have a real impact on the outcome of their care. For her, its an honor to be allowed into the homes and lives of patients. She’s devoted to bringing the best possible care to each person she treats.
Meet a Kenosha VNA Clinician
Clinicians at Kenosha VNA nurses boast extensive experience, have the commitment to remain involved in continuing education throughout their careers and the compassion to provide hands-on patient care at the bedside. Kenosha VNA is proud of the longevity and caliber of our home care team.
We’d like you to get to know some of them.
Erwin, PT
Physical Therapist
Rehabilitation Services Supervisor
Erwin brings more than 21 years of therapy experience to our home health care program. He has extensive knowledge in caring for the geriatric population and specializes in orthopedic and neuromuscular training. His training includes—
Neurodevelopment Treatment
Myofascial Release Therapy
Ultrasound Treatment
Electrical Stimulation Therapy
Vestibular Therapy and Rehabilitation
Upper Extremity Lymphedema Certification
“When I see a patient, I’m 100% committed to their improvement. We work together to meet goals. And always, I reassure them that physical therapy makes a difference, one step at a time.”
Erwin is as devoted to his patients and they are to him. He is consistently described as compassionate, caring, but firm. His goal is to see that each patient in his care has the opportunity to reach their optimum mobility level, with emphasis on safety and independence.
Celebrate with Us: National Nurses Week 2011
Annually, National Nurses Week begins on May 6, marked as RN Recognition Day, and ends on May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, founder of nursing as a modern profession.
During this time, Kenosha VNA wishes to honor our dedicated nurses providing outstanding patient care.
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600 52nd Street, Suite 300
Kenosha, WI 53140
262 656 8400