Latalya Frazier
Orlando,FL
Summary
Driven and dedicated healthcare professional with a strong desire to contribute to a valuable healthcare team. Known for unwavering work ethic and ability to thrive in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments. Committed to consistently delivering exceptional performance and exceeding expectations. Eager to leverage skills and experience to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Pediatrics
Team Select Home Health
04.2024 - Current
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, fostering trust and establishing a positive rapport with the healthcare team.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of pediatric patients upon admission, identifying potential risks and making necessary interventions for a safer recovery process.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication with colleagues, ensuring continuity of care for all patients.
- Provided training to parents and caregivers on proper medication administration, leading to better adherence and improved treatment outcomes.
- Improved patient comfort levels during procedures by utilizing age-appropriate distractions and techniques, such as storytelling or guided imagery.
- Promoted a healing environment within the pediatric unit by maintaining cleanliness standards and adhering to infection control protocols.
- Assisted in the identification of early warning signs in children at risk for health complications through routine monitoring and screening evaluations.
- Administered respiratory treatments.
- Administered and monitored medications and delivered feedings via feeding tubes, by mouth, as well as via MIC- KEY G-tube.
- Completed reinsertion of MIC- KEY G tube
Registered Nurse- Clinical Transition Unit/ ER
AdventHealth
03.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Nurse Technician
AdventHealth
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths, and performing dress changes for patients.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support to patients during daily activities.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Completed EKGs, blood sugar monitoring, and blood work
ICU Covid CNA
AMI Healthcare (St. Maarten Medical Hospital)
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Provided direct patient monitoring of children with the most severe symptoms of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases on site.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
CNA
Medical Solutions (Homestead Hospital)
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Home Health Aide
Private Home Health
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Giving physical support for patients or residents with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, using the toilet, ambulating, turning, and positioning patients.
- Assist with standing or exercising in the comfort of patient's homes.
- Assist patient's with taking daily medications.
Emergency Intake Makeshift Hos, Pediatric CNA
Ft. Bliss
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Mission support for the US Department of Health and Human Services.
- Managing the health and wellness of pediatric COVID-19 patients in austere conditions, often with large patient to medical staff ratios and limited resources.
- Provided direct patient monitoring of children with the most severe symptoms of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases on site.
- Lead triage nurse, providing professional nursing assessments, prioritize treatments according to the urgency of need, and initiate medical care to patients at the emergency site.
CDPH Float Pool Crisis Response CVICU
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Measuring and recording food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output and reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Recording vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate as requested by RN. I & O, glucose checks, trache care, dressing changes, setting up tube feedings, flushing gastric tubes. Examining patients to detect issues requiring medical care.
- Assisting during direct admissions from O.R., codes, providing physical support for patients with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, ambulating, turning, and positioning, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment.
Inspired Living Assistant Living
Facility, Caregiver/ CNA
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Providing physical support for dimentia residents with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, using the toilet, ambulating, turning, and positioning patients, standing or exercising.
- Ensuring patients or residents receive appropriate diet by reviewing their dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences.
- Measuring and recording food and liquid intake and urinary and fecal output and reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Recording vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate as requested by staff. Examining patients to detect issues requiring medical care.
Home Health Aide
Rescare Home Care
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Provide health care services in patients residences.
- Perform domestic and household tasks.
- Transport and accompany patients to doctors office or to hospital.
- Administer simple prescribed medications Assist with clients personal care activities Monitor patients (vital signs, temperature, respiration, etc) and report on their condition.
- Maintain patients care records and document provided services.
- Assist patients with mobility and physical therapies/exercises.
- Instruct and counsel patients and families on diet and nutrition.
- Provide companionship and basic emotional or psychological support.
Education
Associates In Science Of Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Orlando, FL09.2023
High School Diploma - General Studies
Workforce Advantage Academy
Orlando, FL06.2012
Skills
Patient rapport
Attention to detail
Verbal and written Communication
Consistency Record-keeping
Knowledge of medical terminology
Understanding of common disorders
Collecting specimens
Understands mobility assistance needs
Collecting vital signs
Inserting IVs
Administering bloodwork
Performing EKG
Certification
BLS/ ALS
CNA License
Dental Assistant
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Pediatrics
Team Select Home Health
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse- Clinical Transition Unit/ ER
AdventHealth
03.2024 - Current
Nurse Technician
AdventHealth
06.2022 - 03.2024
CNA
Medical Solutions (Homestead Hospital)
10.2021 - 01.2022
ICU Covid CNA
AMI Healthcare (St. Maarten Medical Hospital)
09.2021 - 05.2022
Emergency Intake Makeshift Hos, Pediatric CNA
Ft. Bliss
04.2021 - 09.2021
CDPH Float Pool Crisis Response CVICU
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 04.2021
Home Health Aide
Private Home Health
09.2020 - 01.2022
Inspired Living Assistant Living
Facility, Caregiver/ CNA
08.2019 - 09.2020
Home Health Aide
Rescare Home Care
07.2018 - 08.2019
Associates In Science Of Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
High School Diploma - General Studies
Workforce Advantage Academy
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