Latasha Clayton
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional with experience at The Arc of Baltimore, skilled in personal care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through effective communication and teamwork. Certified in CPR/AED, I excel in meal planning and preparation, ensuring nutritional needs are met while fostering independence in daily living activities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSP (CMT)
The Arc Of Baltimore
11.2024 - Current
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Reduced errors in medication administration with thorough documentation and verification processes.
- Assisted with Medication
Special Needs Nanny (PT)
Self-employeed
09.2023 - Current
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively, utilizing de-escalation techniques and behavior modification strategies.
- Enhanced communication skills for non-verbal children through consistent use of sign language and visual aids.
- Fostered emotional well-being through active listening, validation, and encouragement during difficult moments or transitions.
- Increased independence in daily living activities by teaching self-care skills such as dressing, grooming, and hygiene management.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child''s progress as well as discussing any concerns or suggestions for improvement.
- Boosted children's self-esteem through consistent positive reinforcement and engaging activities tailored to individual needs.
Drive-Thru Cashier
McDonald's Restaurant
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Took orders at drive-thru or front counter and accurately processed payments to provide guests with great service.
- Demonstrated outgoing and friendly behavior and positive attitude and interacted well with staff and customers.
- Maintained clean and organized workstations, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines.
- Maintained clean, tidy and orderly work station to uphold company standards.
Traffic Control Flagger
Flagger Force Traffic Control Services
12.2020 - 09.2023
- Calmly managed clearing of path during passage of emergency vehicles.
- Provided essential instructions to foremen, crew chiefs and other flaggers.
- Collaborated with construction crews and project managers to establish optimal traffic flow patterns during roadwork operations.
- Maintained constant communication with fellow flaggers to ensure smooth coordination of traffic control efforts.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making skills when determining appropriate actions in response to changing conditions or emergencies within the work zone.
- Used flagging tools such as stop and slow paddle and red flag.
- Patiently directed motorists towards detours and alternate routes.
- Familiar with use of hand signaling procedures.
- Organized and maintained site equipment during slow hours.
- Intimately familiar with flagging safety regulations and equipment as published by OSHA.
Education
Lake Clifton High School #425
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Fast learner
- Problem-solving
- CPR certification
- Vital signs monitoring
- Excellent communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Meal planning and preparation
- Cooking meals
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Housekeeping duties
- Vitals monitoring and documentation
- Personal care aide
Certification
- Licensed CMT - [3/17/2025]
- Certified CPR, NSC - 12/4/2024
- Certified First Aid NSC - 12/4/2024
- Certified AED, NSC - 12/4/2024
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
DSP (CMT)
The Arc Of Baltimore
11.2024 - Current
Drive-Thru Cashier
McDonald's Restaurant
02.2024 - 11.2024
Special Needs Nanny (PT)
Self-employeed
09.2023 - Current
Traffic Control Flagger
Flagger Force Traffic Control Services
12.2020 - 09.2023
Lake Clifton High School #425