Simone James
Los Angeles
Summary
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student
Southern California Hospital at Culver City
Culver City, CA
06.2025 - 09.2025
Certified Nurse Assistant
Windsor Care Center of Cheviot Hills
Los Angeles, CA
05.2022 - 09.2025
- Keep track of the patient's condition and make note of any significant changes, which should be reported to the doctor and the family.
- Checking vital signs (documenting changes and alterations)
- Evaluate the needs of the patients.
- Effectively assist residents in carrying out daily activities.
- Communicated with nursing staff and collaborated with them to help patients with activities of daily living
- Record vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, oxygen, and respiration rate as directed by medical personnel.
- Ensure that a clean and sanitized environment is maintained for patients by following infection control procedures.
- Interaction with patients on a daily basis
- Advocated for patient needs by communicating effectively with families and healthcare professionals.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or changes to nursing staff.
- Streamlined patient transfers between units by coordinating efficiently with other CNAs, nurses, and healthcare providers.
- Provided emotional support for patients experiencing difficult medical situations, enhancing their overall well-being during treatment periods.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, increasing efficiency and maintaining high-quality care.
- Served as a mentor for new CNAs during their orientation period, sharing valuable insights from personal experience while fostering teamwork within the unit.
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student
Kindred Hospital South Bay
Gardena, CA
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Provided Care for patients in ICU and Medical Surgical departments as part of the nursing school curriculum.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Assisted in wound care, demonstrating attention to detail and adherence to protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Corona Post Acute
Corona, CA
12.2019 - 05.2022
- Assisted patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety in care environment.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to inform nursing staff of patient conditions.
- Maintained accurate patient records while adhering to confidentiality protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Natural Science
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA01.2019
Nursing
Career Development Institute
Los Angeles, CA01-2025
Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center
Los Angeles, CA06-2012
Skills
- Data entry
- Recording vital signs
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Supporting personal needs
- Direct patient care
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Infection control and aseptic procedures
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Vital signs monitoring
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- EKG Technician
- Basic Life Support/ CPR Certified
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student
Southern California Hospital at Culver City
06.2025 - 09.2025
Licensed Vocational Nursing Student
Kindred Hospital South Bay
01.2025 - 04.2025
Certified Nurse Assistant
Windsor Care Center of Cheviot Hills
05.2022 - 09.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Corona Post Acute
12.2019 - 05.2022
Associate of Science - Natural Science
Los Angeles Southwest College
Nursing
Career Development Institute
Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center
Clinical Experience
Served in Various nursing settings as part of the nursing school curriculum, including pediatrics, geriatrics, med surg and icu.