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Ashanti Patterson

East Saint Louis

Summary

Nursing Assistant with experience in caring for residents with activities of daily living including patient hygiene, dressing, and feeding. I am hardworking, compassionate, dedicated and reliable. I am eager to pursue a career in the healthcare field. I can demonstrate good communication skills and can show empathy with residents who are struggling with issues or having a hard time adjusting to their new living situations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Security Guard

Securitas
12.2024 - Current
  • Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.

Supervisor

St. Louis Zoo
08.2021 - 04.2024

  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Optimized scheduling to ensure full coverage during peak hours without overstaffing, balancing customer service with cost efficiency.

NA/CNA

Lebanon Care Center
02.2022 - 07.2022


  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.

Package Handler

Fedex Ground
04.2021 - 08.2021


  • Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
  • Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.

Education

CNA Certification - Nursing Assistant Program

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL
05.2022

Skills


  • Personal care for residents
  • Transporting residents
  • Trained in taking vital signs
  • Good People/Communication skills
  • Security camera monitoring
  • Patrolling
  • Workplace safety
  • Security protocols
  • First aid certified

Certification

CPR Trained and Certified- February 2022

Timeline

Security Guard

Securitas
12.2024 - Current

NA/CNA

Lebanon Care Center
02.2022 - 07.2022

Supervisor

St. Louis Zoo
08.2021 - 04.2024

Package Handler

Fedex Ground
04.2021 - 08.2021

CNA Certification - Nursing Assistant Program

Southwestern Illinois College