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Delonda Lathan

Bossier City,LA

Summary

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Knowledgeable LPN with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lathan's Sitter Services
10.2018 - Current
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • 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.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.

Home Health Care Provider

Southland Home Health Of Shreveport
11.2003 - 10.2018
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.

Medical Assistant

Westminster Family Practice
05.2000 - 12.2002
  • Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
  • Prepared initial patient charts for admission.

Education

Associate of Science - LPN

Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College
Shreveport, LA
12-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Science

Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA
07-2013

No Degree - Surgical Technology

Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA
06.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Cambridge College of Aurora
Aurora, CO
05.2000

No Degree - CNA

Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College
Minden, LA
12-1990

Skills

  • Surgical Preparation

  • Observation Documentation

  • Bedsore Prevention

  • Feeding Tube Management

  • Electronic Recordkeeping

  • Fluid Measurement

  • Blood Sugar Monitoring

  • Bed Transfers

  • Phlebotomy Training

  • Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal

  • CNA Certification

  • Medical Terminology Knowledge

  • Medications Familiarity

  • HIPAA compliance

  • Health education

  • Pediatric care

  • Certified in CPR/AED

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lathan's Sitter Services
10.2018 - Current

Home Health Care Provider

Southland Home Health Of Shreveport
11.2003 - 10.2018

Medical Assistant

Westminster Family Practice
05.2000 - 12.2002

Associate of Science - LPN

Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Science

Bossier Parish Community College

No Degree - Surgical Technology

Bossier Parish Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting

Cambridge College of Aurora

No Degree - CNA

Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College

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