Latasha Gibbs
Registered Nurse
Midlothian,IL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 8 years of healthcare experience and a strong clinical foundation built across acute care, long-term care, and rehabilitation settings. Recently transitioned into an RN role, bringing hands-on experience in patient assessment, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Known for strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering safe, patient-centered, evidence-based care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
Avantara
01.2026 - Current
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and individualized care plans
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor vital signs, promptly identifying and reporting changes in condition
- Utilize critical thinking and clinical judgment to prioritize care based on patient acuity and evolving needs
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to evaluate patient progress and adjust care plans
- Manage admissions and discharges, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth transitions of care
- Provide IV therapy and wound care using evidence-based practices to promote healing and prevent complications
- Communicate effectively with patients and families, addressing concerns and providing education on care plans
Hospice Aide
ProMedica Hospice
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care in alignment with hospice philosophy
- Monitored patient comfort and communicated changes to nursing staff
- Supported families and implemented individualized care plans
Patient Care Assistant – Day Surgery
Advocate Christ Medical Center
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Supported perioperative patients with vitals, blood draws, and transport
- Communicated patient needs and changes to the surgical team
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
MacNeal Hospital
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Floated across Med-Surg, ICU, Mother/Baby, Ortho, and Pediatrics
- Collected vital signs, assisted with mobility, and trained new PCTs
Education
Nursing (ASN) (Associate Degree) - undefined
Rasmussen College
Tinley Park, IL09.2025
Nursing Assistant (Diploma) - undefined
Excelsior Healthcare Academy
Chicago Heights, IL07.2015
Medical Assisting (Diploma) - undefined
Everest College
Merrionette Park, IL07.2008
Skills
- Hospital experience
- Decision making
- Rehabilitation
- Skilled nursing facility
- Vital signs
- Time management
- Diabetes care
- Patient monitoring
- Patient observation
- Clinic experience
- Delegation
- Hospice & End-of-Life Care
- Medication Administration
- Foley catheter
- Long term care
- Patient interaction
- CPR
- Acute care
Certification
RN
Timeline
BLS Certification
02-2026
RN
01-2026
Registered Nurse
Avantara
01.2026 - Current
Hospice Aide
ProMedica Hospice
10.2023 - 06.2024
Patient Care Assistant – Day Surgery
Advocate Christ Medical Center
10.2022 - 03.2023
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
MacNeal Hospital
04.2016 - 04.2018
Nursing (ASN) (Associate Degree) - undefined
Rasmussen College
Nursing Assistant (Diploma) - undefined
Excelsior Healthcare Academy
Medical Assisting (Diploma) - undefined
Everest College