Latasha King
Bath,PA
Summary
Experienced direct care worker skilled in developing personalized care plans and assisting clients with daily living activities. Known for delivering compassionate support and maintaining detailed records that enhance communication among healthcare providers and families.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Aging With Comfort
Philadelphia, PA
04.2026 - Current
- Developed and maintained individualized care plans to address specific client needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with mobility, nutrition, and hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and independence.
Direct Care Worker
Prestige Home Care
Stroudsburg, PA
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Delivered exceptional service by prioritizing patient safety while maintaining confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
Direct Care Worker
Patriot Home Health Care
Allentown, PA
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, ensuring accurate information was readily available for healthcare providers and family members.
Direct Care Worker
Caresphere
Bethlehem, PA
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Fairfield Inn Marriott
Bethlehem, PA
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of guest rooms and public areas.
- Performed detailed inspections of rooms to ensure quality standards.
- Restocked supplies and amenities to enhance guest experience.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
Customer Service Representative
Emerge
Rochester, NY
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted customers with inquiries and resolved issues efficiently.
- Processed transactions accurately to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintained knowledge of product offerings to provide informed recommendations.
- Utilized CRM software to track customer interactions and feedback.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Warehouse Packer
Amazon
Allentown, PA
02.2024 - 2025
- Packaged and labeled products accurately for safe transit.
- Operated warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts, efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of packing area to enhance workflow.
- Conducted quality checks on packed items to ensure compliance with standards.
Night Auditor
Fairfield Inn Marriott
Allentown, PA
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close bank and cash registers, reconciling issues quickly, and marking discrepancies.
- Oversaw night auditing of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
- Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
- Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
Cleaner
Holiday Inn Hotel Sandton
Allentown
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
Packing Handler
Stichfix
Bethlehem, PA
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of all orders during peak seasons.
- Maintained strong attention to detail while efficiently completing large volumes of orders daily.
- Managed time effectively to prioritize tasks appropriately and meet tight deadlines consistently.
- Increased order processing speed by maintaining an organized and clean work area.
Machine Operator
Kraft General Foods
Allentown, PA
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
Childcare Provider
Care.com
California, MD
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Reliability and punctuality
- Meal preparation
- CPR certified
- Compassionate caregiving
- Care plan assessment
- Progress documentation
- First aid and safety
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Emotional support
- Mobility assistance
- Compassionate client care
- Direct patient care
- Appointment scheduling
- ADL support
- Safety monitoring
- Health and safety requirements
- Nutrition
- Crisis management
- Problem-solving
- Client support
- First aid and CPR
- Infection control procedures
- Household cleaning
- Fast learner
- Caring companionship
- Meal planning and preparation
- Direct care aide
- Light housekeeping
Certification
- DCA - Direct Care Aide
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
Aging With Comfort
04.2026 - Current
Housekeeping Room Attendant
Fairfield Inn Marriott
01.2026 - 03.2026
Direct Care Worker
Prestige Home Care
04.2025 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Emerge
01.2025 - 03.2025
Warehouse Packer
Amazon
02.2024 - 2025
Direct Care Worker
Patriot Home Health Care
06.2023 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Caresphere
05.2022 - Current
Cleaner
Holiday Inn Hotel Sandton
11.2021 - 02.2022
Night Auditor
Fairfield Inn Marriott
08.2021 - 01.2023
Packing Handler
Stichfix
03.2020 - 06.2020
Machine Operator
Kraft General Foods
01.2019 - 05.2019
Childcare Provider
Care.com
09.2018 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School