Latanya Parker,RN BSN

• Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
• Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
• Educated patients and families on medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain management.
• Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
• Collaborated with practitioners to develop and implement patient care plans and evaluate various factors.
• Discussed surgical patients with healthcare team to address and resolve concerns.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
• Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

• Developed and implemented clinical teaching strategies to provide students with hands-on experience in patient care.
• Improved nursing programs through collaboration with department heads, faculty and staff.
• Provided students with hands-on demonstrations and managed clinical logs, medication administration, dressing changes and meal preparation.
• Guided students in developing effective patient communication and bedside manners.
• Taught students how to intervene in medical emergencies and how to perform head to toe assessments.
• Instructed medical interns on proper documentation techniques while taking patient histories.
• Participated in faculty meetings and committees, contributing to program development.
• Maintained records of student clinical hours, evaluations, and progress reports.
• Developed assessment tools to measure student learning outcomes and competencies.
• Delivered comprehensive clinical instruction to many students on subjects.
• Supervised student clinical rotations, ensuring adherence to patient care protocols.

• Observed and evaluated student performance and development and provided appropriate feedback on work.
• Established objectives for lessons, modules and projects.
• Provided orientation of buildings and class schedules to enhance self-advocacy skills in students.
• Leveraged technology and provided instructional materials to facilitate active learning.
• Coordinated and facilitated training, encouraging group participation and ownership.
• Attended meetings, training and activities to enhance skills and credentials.
• Planned instruction to achieve objectives based upon student needs and established curriculum.
• Recorded daily attendance to maintain accurate and complete records.
• Implemented instructional materials and curriculum to meet specific program needs.
• Prepared instruction through lesson plans to address student's assessed needs, goals and objectives.
• Upheld cleaning protocols to maintain safe environment.
• Developed curriculum to support distance education and hybrid courses.
• Employed variety of teaching styles to respond to needs of diverse learners.
• Maintained evening or weekend hours to provide students with additional support.
• Performed assessments focused on long and short-term student needs to develop individualized education program.
• Maintained accurate records to comply with federal, state and local standards.
• Utilized syllabi to inform students of course requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements.
• Participated in continuous learning on diversity, inclusion and racial equity to reduce learning barriers.
• Kept classroom neat and orderly to reduce safety impediments.
• Evaluated performance of students and made provisions to meet learning needs.
• Used electronic equipment and materials to develop and orientate technical skills.
• Developed guides and course materials to reinforce lecture information and help students learn.

• Met with clients to conduct needs assessments, recommending appropriate support and service offerings.
• Followed strict policies and procedures to maintain client confidentiality and keep data private.
• Made appropriate referrals to other programs and agencies to provide clients with well-rounded support.
• Uploaded documentation to patient database to streamline organizational flow.
• Coordinated between various entities to manage cases.
• Maintained updated progress notes and case record and documented children's progress in recreational activities, treatment plans and education.
• Recorded comprehensive case notes and follow up documentation for admitted and transferred clients.
• Conducted intake interviews and bio-psycho-social assessments to determine clients' eligibility and suitability for program.
• Evaluated clients and formulated individualized service plans outlining short-term and long-term goals.
• Assisted patients needing additional support by scheduling and managing appointments.
• Coordinated case management functions through placement monitoring, crisis intervention and discharge planning.
• Collected and reviewed supplementary records to better understand patient history.
• Provided counseling to patients struggling with adjusting to new diagnoses.
• Consulted family and friends of patient to determine cause of issues and provide solutions.
• Aided medical providers by notifying doctors of necessary prescriptions and treatment plans.
• Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
• Composed or prepared correspondence, case notes and narratives with computer-based applications.
• Encouraged and motivated clients to develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
• Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
• Assisted and advocated for clients obtaining financial resources and government entitlements.
• Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
• Visited clients at residences to assist courts with custody decisions and conduct home study assessments.
• Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts to promote continuity of care.
• Improved outcomes and successes by utilizing multidisciplinary risk identification and management in care planning.

• Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
• Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
• Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
• Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
• Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
• Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
• Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
• Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.

• Maintained HIPAA compliance across all patient data-handling, systems and training.
• Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses.
• Contributed to and participated in community education projects to foster widespread understanding of the prevention and treatment of illnesses.
• Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
• Helped physicians examine and treat patients by assisting with instruments, injections and suture removal.
• Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, including COPD and asthma.
• Provided necessary health education training for patients.
• Evaluated health education needs of patients and provided necessary training and instruction.
• Ordered medicines daily to ensure compliance with demands and needs.
• Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
• Interviewed personnel involved in discrimination and equal rights complaints to collect information, outline grievances and mediate conflicts.
• Monitored complaint procedures to process and review complaints.
• Trained employees on equal opportunity laws and provided avenues for reporting violations.
• Communicated with workers and supervisors about workplace adherence to laws, importance of statutes and ways to enhance compliance.
• Helped workplaces determine guidelines for establishing and maintaining discrimination-free environments supportive of employees and compliant with applicable laws.
• Kept detailed records of interviews and data to meet compliance standards and support future reviews.
• Introduced procedures to help workplaces follow equal opportunity guidelines and strengthen employee conformance.
• Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
• Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
• Conducted assessments to accurately identify behavior issues and develop individualized intervention plans.
• Provided direct instruction, supervision and support to students exhibiting challenging behaviors.
• Developed positive behavioral interventions and strategies in collaboration with teachers, families, administrators and other professionals.

• Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
• Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
• Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
• Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
• Created and oversaw training courses focused on team and community education.
• Advised on policy development and assisted in community program implementation.
• Provided information to access financial assistance, legal aid or housing.
• Notified individuals regarding appointment follow-ups and referrals and provided transportation to appointments.
• Helped people enroll in programs, arrange transportation and coordinate paperwork.
• Answered calls and interacted with community members to provide information on advocacy services.
• Educated clients on options to assist in making informed decisions.
• Delivered healthy living and disease management information to specific population groups.
• Assisted individuals with navigating health care systems, appointments and classes.
• Distributed flyers, brochures or other informational or educational documents to inform members of targeted community.
• Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
• Charted weekly progress notes and quarterly summaries.
• Created physician referral base for wellness, prevention and diagnostic support, enabling patients to effectively find services.
• Recruited, trained, evaluated and supervised infusion team consisting of case managers, staff RNs and nursing assistants.

• Advised teaching staff and administration about curriculum development and use of material and equipment.
• Assessed potential success of current and proposed programs and maintained compliance with various board regulations.
• Developed instructional material used by instructors and educators.
• Offered subject matter expertise on curriculum design, selection and purchasing.
• Defined and articulated learning outcomes, including measurements, performance metrics and changes to improve student learning.
• Worked with school administrators to determine course needs and set frameworks.

Provide emergency care to newly diagnosed patients with a cerebrovascular accident.

Assess patients on arrival to unit using the NIH Stroke Scale.

EKG monitoring.

Monitor blood administration and adverse reactions.

IV placement.

Administer IV fluids.

Maintain patent airway.

Provide suction if needed.

Provide seizure precautions.

Perform neurovascular assessment as scheduled.

Notify MD of any neuro changes in patient.

Provide care to patient in hypertensive crisis.

Educate patient on the importance of anticoagulant therapy, hypertensive crisis, diet and exercise.

Educate the patient of signs and symptoms of recurrent stroke and transient ischemic attacks.

Educate the patient on blood glucose checks and administration of insulin administration. 

Provide community resources upon discharge. 

Create and maintain patient files.

Assist pharmacist in preparing investigational drugs.

Monitor patient outcome while medication infusing.

Maintain proper inventory.

Discarding expired medications.

Notify physician of critical changes.

Accurate accounting of medication distribution from pharmaceutical companies.

Provide care for post operative Orthopedic, Urology, and Neurology patients.

Attended staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and in-services.

Designed engaging and interactive lesson plans and clearly defined goals and onjectives.

Established and maintained high standards of student behavior .

Evaluated students' progress towards learning objectives,expectations and goals by grading assignments and conducting routine assessments with quizzes and tests.

Maintained comprehensive student records, including attendance,grades, and academic work.

Prepared students for National Certification Examination and licensure.

Achieved 100% pass rate for program.

Providing care to veterans in an independent, restraint free environment that is designed with home like features.

Assist veterans with activities of daily living.

Assist veterans with medication administration.

Monitor blood pressure, temperature and respirations daily.

Monitor current health diagnosis.

Alert medical doctors to any changes in resident status.

Assist veterans with follow up discharge orders and plans.

• Instructed students in the Medical Assistant program through clear, informative lectures.
• Developed guides and course materials focused on reinforcing lecture information and helping students learn.
• Worked closely with department head to create plan of support for students planning to take courses during summer months and over winter break.
• Coached students in utilizing video and social media storytelling to improve visual intelligence of projects.
• Evaluated student progress and adjusted learning plans to foster progress.
   
• Tested students to assess grasp of class material presented in courses and workshops.
• Utilized hands-on curriculum and other teaching methods to educate students.
• Built and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators to facilitate positive and effective educational experiences.
• Optimized learning processes though research and development of innovative learning methods.