Latasha Cole
Enterprise,MS
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. 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.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seal Rock Healthcare-Atlantic
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Oaks Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maniilaq Health Center
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Angel Home Care Services
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
Pleasant Living Care Coordination
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Queen City Nursing Home
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Nursing Assistant
East Ms State Hospital
10.2010 - 08.2021
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Oaks Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
06.2015 - 07.2019
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
CNA
James T. Champion Nursing Home
01.2007 - 02.2010
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Education
Practical Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MSHigh School Diploma -
Clarkdale High School
Meridian, MS05.2001
Skills
- Compassionate
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Basic Life Support
- Bedside manner
- Dressing assistance
- Safety Precautions
- Recording vital signs
- HIPAA Compliance
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Documenting behaviors
- Trustworthy companion
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS Cerification- American Heart Association
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seal Rock Healthcare-Atlantic
12.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Oaks Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
01.2023 - 12.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maniilaq Health Center
06.2022 - 09.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Angel Home Care Services
09.2021 - 06.2022
CNA
Pleasant Living Care Coordination
09.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Queen City Nursing Home
03.2020 - 08.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Oaks Rehabilitation And Nursing Center
06.2015 - 07.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
East Ms State Hospital
10.2010 - 08.2021
CNA
James T. Champion Nursing Home
01.2007 - 02.2010
Practical Nursing
Meridian Community College
High School Diploma -
Clarkdale High School