NorCal CNA Summit will open a space where careheroes connect with one another and with agencies, hospitals and nursing facilities.
A surprise speaker shall take the stage and remind how proud should we be in the role that we do in the community.
The NorCal CNA Summit 2024 is built around the theme “V.O.I.C.E.” — empowering CNAs to be heard and make a difference in healthcare. With Visibility, Outreach, Inclusion, Compassion, and Engagement as our pillars, this summit is your platform to elevate your voice, connect, and lead with purpose in the healthcare community.

Dr. Cliff Roperez, CEO of CAL ACE, and founder of NorCal Nursing Assistants has 15+ yrs. of nursing administration experience. starting as a caregiver and CNA. With a DBA in Healthcare Administration, he commits to advancing leadership and nursing education.

Dr. Grace Alkuino, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, directs rehabilitation at two facilities, focusing on better healthcare and patient outcomes. She also trains Restorative Nursing at CAL ACE Nursing Academy, leveraging 20+ years of experience in geriatric and pediatric care.

Dr. Joe Eslao is a highly experienced Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with advanced post-doctoral training. He brings extensive expertise in mental health care, offering invaluable insights into psychiatric treatment, patient care, and stress management.

A surprise speaker with a life-changing story about how being a healthcare professional impacted countless lives will join us. Their journey of compassion and dedication is sure to inspire and remind us of our potential impact.
A network of nursing assistants, and students focused on career growth, support, and leadership development
NOR CAL Nursing Assistants
1535 Landess Ave, Ste 103 Milpitas, CA 95035