Mercedes Ford
Summary
Newly Certified Nursing Assistant with experience serving chronically ill patients, including assisting with daily living activities and household tasks. Patient and highly compassionate. Skilled at operating within long-term care environments or outpatient centers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA Internship
Caroll Manor Senior Assisted Living
Washington, DC
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Assisted with patient care by taking vital signs, measuring heights and weights, etc., and collecting urine samples as needed.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with ADLs: bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Assisted nurses with ADLs
Line Cook
Aramark
05.2021 - 10.2024
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Shift Manager
Einstein Bros. Bagels
Washington, DC
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversaw daily business operations and led 10 Team Members in providing excellent customer service and meeting daily sales goals
- Resolved customer concerns and mediated staff misunderstandings
- Reported to the Manager issues concerning facilities, staff, inventory, and equipment
- Counted cash drawers and prepared daily bank deposits.
Cook
Sodexo
03.2016 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with the Executive Chef and Cooks to prepare meals during dining hours
- Measured and assembled ingredients for menu items
- Maintained accurate food inventory and stored food items at appropriate temperatures
- Ensured food prep area and kitchen were cleaned and sanitized at all times.
Education
Certified Nurse Aid
Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School
Washington, DC06-2024
Skills
- Take vital signs daily or when requested by head nurse
- Assist clients with ADLs; grooming, bathing, dressing, and feeding client daily
- Performed hand hygiene using PPE when required for isolation
- Adherence to Privacy (HIPAA compliance)
- Records Management
Timeline
CNA Internship
Caroll Manor Senior Assisted Living
01.2024 - 01.2024
Line Cook
Aramark
05.2021 - 10.2024
Shift Manager
Einstein Bros. Bagels
08.2020 - 01.2021
Cook
Sodexo
03.2016 - 03.2020
Certified Nurse Aid
Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School
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