CHA'DAE SIMMS
Pikesville,MD
Summary
Certified nursing assistant with a focus on compassionate patient care and a solid background in long-term care and rehabilitation settings. Expertise in medical-surgical and intermediate critical care units, ensuring high standards of care. CPR and BLS certified, adept at thriving in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Novant Health Matthews Medical Center
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Delivered patient care in med-surg and intermediate critical care units, enhancing recovery experiences.
- Monitored vital signs, assisted with ADLs, collaborated with nurses, and ensured patient safety.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Givens Aldersgate
03.2023 - 02.2026
- Provided geriatric care, assisted with ADLs, monitored resident health, and coordinated with care teams to ensure comprehensive support.
Patient Care Aide
Carmel Hills Retirement Community
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Supported residents in daily care and mobility, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment.
- Monitored and reported changes in residents' health and behavior to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident living areas and common spaces.
Phlebotomist Technician
American Red Cross
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Collected blood samples from donors while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Executed venipuncture, managed specimen handling, and prioritized donor safety.
- Conducted donor screenings to assess eligibility for blood donation.
- Prepared blood collection equipment and maintained cleanliness of work area.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edmondson Westside High School
Baltimore, MD06-2013
Skills
- Patient support
- Patient assessment
- Monitoring vital signs
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection prevention
- Patient education
- Care for geriatrics
- Adult daily living
- Medical terminology comprehension
Certification
- CNA/GNA, 06/30/28, Active
- BLS & CPR, 06/30/26, American Heart Association
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician Training
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Novant Health Matthews Medical Center
05.2025 - 02.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Givens Aldersgate
03.2023 - 02.2026
Patient Care Aide
Carmel Hills Retirement Community
03.2022 - 10.2022
Phlebotomist Technician
American Red Cross
08.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Edmondson Westside High School