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Certification
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Merna Orneus Baptiste

Salisbury,MD

Summary

Dedicated community health worker with hands-on experience at Deer's Head Hospital and Lexi Interpretation Services. Fluent in Haitian Creole, with expertise in healthcare and community communication. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and foster positive, inclusive experiences for patients and families.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Intepreter

Lexi Intepretation Services
Salisbury, MD
05.2025 - Current
  • Ensure confidentiality of all interpreted information while upholding professional ethical standards.
  • Deliver accurate, real-time oral translations for clients during critical interactions.
  • Facilitate effective communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.

Nursing Assistant

Deer's Head Hopsital
Salisbury, MD
01.2001 - 03.2021
  • Prepared treatment rooms for examinations by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment functionality.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Regularly observed patients' conditions for changes and reported findings promptly.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to ensure courteous visit experiences.

Education

Certificate - Interpreting

Cross Cultural Communications
Online
04-2025

Certificate - Community Health Worker

Wicomico Health Department
Salisbury
09-2024

High School Diploma -

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
Townsend, GA
07-2008

Skills

  • Client interaction
  • Team collaboration
  • Language: Haitian Creole - Level: fluent
  • Healthcare communication

Languages

Haitian-Creole
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant- Renewal Date: June 2025

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Intepreter

Lexi Intepretation Services
05.2025 - Current

Nursing Assistant

Deer's Head Hopsital
01.2001 - 03.2021

Certificate - Interpreting

Cross Cultural Communications

Certificate - Community Health Worker

Wicomico Health Department

High School Diploma -

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School