Latisha Simmons
Athens,GA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Mary’s Health Care System
Athens , GA
06.2018 - 11.2021
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Remain At Home Senior Care
Athens , GA
08.2015 - 01.2019
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oaks Of Athens
Athens , GA
06.2012 - 07.2015
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Athens Heritage
Athens , GA
06.2012 - 03.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Family Care Home Care
Athens , GA
06.2011 - 06.2012
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA05.2023
GED -
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA05.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification -
New Horizons Medical Institute
Norcross, GA 04.2011 - 06.2011
Skills
- Nutrition and Diet
- Vital Signs Collection
- Linen Replacements
- Needs Determination
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Mobility Assistance
- Bedsore Prevention
- Feeding Assistance
- Electronic Recordkeeping
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
Certified Nursing Assistant
I have been a CNA for 10 years. I have also been a Certified Med tech for two years.
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Mary’s Health Care System
06.2018 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Remain At Home Senior Care
08.2015 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oaks Of Athens
06.2012 - 07.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Athens Heritage
06.2012 - 03.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Family Care Home Care
06.2011 - 06.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant Certification -
New Horizons Medical Institute
04.2011 - 06.2011
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Athens Technical College
GED -
Athens Technical College
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