Esrat Jahan Meem
The Bronx
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) graduate with strong hands-on experience as a Patient Care Associate in medical-surgical, emergency, neurosurgical, and psychiatric settings. Skilled in vital signs monitoring, EKGs, blood draws, and patient-centered care. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while ensuring patient safety, effective communication, and teamwork.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4046
4046
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Associate – Med-Surg & Neurosurgical Unit
Mount Sinai West
New York
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided direct patient care in high-acuity units
- Monitored vital signs, glucose levels, and neurological status
- Assisted with procedures and post-operative care
- Reported changes in patient condition promptly
Patient Care Associate – Emergency Department
Harlem Hospital Center
New York
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Delivered care in a fast-paced emergency environment
- Performed EKGs, vital signs, and assisted with urgent care needs
- Supported triage and patient intake
- Maintained accurate documentation
Patient Care Associate – Psychiatric Unit (Float Pool)
BronxCare Health System
Bronx
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Provided care in psychiatric and behavioral health settings
- Maintained patient safety through 1:1 observation
- Used therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques
- Performed vital signs, glucose checks, EKGs, and blood draws
- Documented patient behavior and condition changes
- Floated to ER, Detox, Rehab, Pediatrics, and Med-Surg
CNA – HIV/AIDS Specialty
Hope Center for HIV and Nursing Care
Bronx
- Provided specialized care to HIV/AIDS patients
- Performed vital signs, glucose monitoring, and lab draws
- Assisted with pre- and post-operative care
- Maintained accurate records and followed HIPAA protocols
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma -
AMG School of Nursing
Brooklyn, NYGED -
Lehman College
Bronx, NYSkills
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Blood Draws
- Glucose Checks
- EKG
- Patient Care
- Infection Control
- EHR
- Therapeutic Communication
- De-escalation
- Patient Safety Monitoring
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Compassion
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), New York / New Jersey, pending – update after NCLEX
- BLS/CPR Certification
Timeline
Patient Care Associate – Med-Surg & Neurosurgical Unit
Mount Sinai West
06.2025 - 12.2025
Patient Care Associate – Emergency Department
Harlem Hospital Center
08.2023 - 06.2025
Patient Care Associate – Psychiatric Unit (Float Pool)
BronxCare Health System
06.2021 - 05.2023
CNA – HIV/AIDS Specialty
Hope Center for HIV and Nursing Care
Practical Nursing Diploma -
AMG School of Nursing
GED -
Lehman College