Simone Merchant Patterson
Massapequa,NY
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at St Thomas Municipal Corporation, excelling in patient care and safety precautions. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and independence while effectively collecting vital signs and adhering to HIPAA compliance. A reliable team player dedicated to promoting dignity and wellbeing in geriatric care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA)
My Companion
Rego Park Health Care &Rehabilitation
04.2025 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Caregiver
Patricia Cynovich
Massapequa, NY
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Caregiver
Cridge Assisted Living
Severn, MD
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
St Thomas Municipal Corporation
St Thomas Infirmary
05.2004 - 12.2022
- Delivered high-quality personal care to patients, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and comfort during their stay.
- Supported nursing staff by accurately obtaining and recording vital signs, promptly notifying nurses of any abnormal results.
- Facilitated patient transfers, positioning, and mobility using proper body mechanics to prevent injury and ensure comfort.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prime Vacational Training Institute
Merrick Rd,Queens, NY02-2025
Certificate - Geriatric
Milvaja Pratical Nursing School
St Thomas, Jamaica07-2001
High School Diploma -
Seaforth High School
ST Thomas,Jamaica07-1996
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Safety precautions
- Recording vital signs
- Electronic charting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Mobility assistance
- Geriatric care
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA)
My Companion
04.2025 - Current
Caregiver
Patricia Cynovich
03.2023 - 12.2024
Caregiver
Cridge Assisted Living
01.2023 - 02.2023
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
St Thomas Municipal Corporation
05.2004 - 12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prime Vacational Training Institute
Certificate - Geriatric
Milvaja Pratical Nursing School
High School Diploma -
Seaforth High School