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Vivia Lawson Simmons

Certified Nursing Assistant
New Haven,CT

Summary

To become a valuable member of a reputable organization through determination and the utilization of my skills, knowledge and experience.

Work History

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Acuity Homecare LLC
Shelton, CT
06.2021 - Current
  • Providing round the clock care to the elderly, assisting with personal hygiene, administering medication, being a companion, ensure safe environment, household chores, accompany client to appointment, etc
  • Coordinated with families to address concerns and provide updates on patient progress effectively, support ambulation and physical therapy planned routine exercises.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for patients, preventing bedsore and implement proper wound care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

CNA

Acuity Homecare/Whitney Center
Hamden, CT
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Pantry Chef

Fairway Restaurant & Pizzeria
Eastham, MA
04.2019 - 07.2019
  • Prepares and plates salads, prepare and serves pizza.
  • Maintains cleanliness of areas

Banquet Chef

Gulf Harbour Golf & Country Club
Fort Myers, FL
10.2018 - 04.2019
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Grilled, roasted, baked and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
  • Managed production by adhering to preparation, plating, and presentation standards and following safety regulations to deliver top quality food.

Customer Service Agent/Cashier

Murdick's Fudge
04.2018 - 10.2018
  • Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
  • Resolve customer complaints effectively, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty retention.

Pantry/Range Cook

Pelican Bay Foundation
Naples, FL
10.2015 - 04.2018
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.

Pantry and Banquet Cook

L'auberge Casino Resort & Spa
Lake Charles, LA
07.2016 - 01.2017
  • Prepared and presented high-quality banquet dishes in fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of cooking stations to adhere to safety standards.

Commercial Cook

Grand Palladium Hotels
01.2010 - 01.2015
  • Prepare, serve and monitor items at the Beach Grill and Pasta Station
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.

Commercial Cook

Sandals Negril Beach Resort and Spa - Training
06.2009 - 08.2009
  • Prepared and cook food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock control practices.

Security Officer

Guardsman Security Company Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Monitored premises to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles and visitors.

Villa Attendant

Crystal Waters Villas
01.2001 - 01.2004
  • Provided exceptional guest service, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere at all times.
  • Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring all necessary items were always available for guest use, cooking and serving meals, keeping villa clean at all times, doing babysitting upon guests request.

Education

Secondary School Education -

Grange Hill High School
Westmoreland
07.1990

CNA Certificate/License - Certified Nursing Assistant

Excel Academy
North Haven, CT
03.2022 - 11.2023

Diploma - Administrative Assistant

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
05.2025 - 12.2026

Certificate - Adult, Child And Baby First Aid/CPR/AED Training

American Red Cross Training Services
New Haven, CT
03.2026 - 03.2026

Skills

  • Culinary Experience
  • Senior Care
  • Recruiting
  • Basic Computer Skill
  • Basic Spanish

Awards

CNA May 2022 Awarded as a excellent Caregiver

Timeline

Certificate - Adult, Child And Baby First Aid/CPR/AED Training

American Red Cross Training Services
03.2026 - 03.2026

Diploma - Administrative Assistant

Penn Foster Career School
05.2025 - 12.2026

CNA Certificate/License - Certified Nursing Assistant

Excel Academy
03.2022 - 11.2023

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Acuity Homecare LLC
06.2021 - Current

CNA

Acuity Homecare/Whitney Center
01.2021 - 07.2022

Pantry Chef

Fairway Restaurant & Pizzeria
04.2019 - 07.2019

Banquet Chef

Gulf Harbour Golf & Country Club
10.2018 - 04.2019

Customer Service Agent/Cashier

Murdick's Fudge
04.2018 - 10.2018

Pantry and Banquet Cook

L'auberge Casino Resort & Spa
07.2016 - 01.2017

Pantry/Range Cook

Pelican Bay Foundation
10.2015 - 04.2018

Commercial Cook

Grand Palladium Hotels
01.2010 - 01.2015

Commercial Cook

Sandals Negril Beach Resort and Spa - Training
06.2009 - 08.2009

Security Officer

Guardsman Security Company Ltd
01.2007 - 01.2008

Villa Attendant

Crystal Waters Villas
01.2001 - 01.2004

Secondary School Education -

Grange Hill High School

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