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LaTasha Pearson

Washington

Summary

Accomplished Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Shiftmed, excelling in direct patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated expertise in emergency response and team collaboration, enhancing patient outcomes by 20%. Proficient in medical terminology and committed to fostering a safe, supportive environment through effective communication and patient-focused care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftmed
Mclean
03.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Madison Manor Health Rehabilitation
Madison
07.2019 - 06.2021
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Campus Security Officer

Epsco Staffing
Huntsville
09.2016 - 06.2019
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely manner.
  • Inspected buildings periodically for any signs of vandalism or unauthorized entry.
  • Provided safety and security services to students, faculty, and staff on campus.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding daily shift assignments and tasks completed while on duty.
  • Assisted with traffic control during events on campus.
  • Assisted with crowd control during large sporting events or other special occasions held on campus.
  • Advised individuals regarding safety awareness and crime prevention measures.
  • Participated in drills designed to test the effectiveness of emergency response plans.

Caregiver Attendant

Home Instead Senior Care Home
Huntsville
07.2012 - 09.2016
  • Engaged clients in conversation to stimulate cognitive abilities and promote socialization.
  • Promoted independence by encouraging clients to perform self-care tasks whenever possible.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations using appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary health care teams to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.

Education

Associate of Science Degree - Criminal Justice

Virginia College Huntsville Campus
Huntsville
12.2011

High School Diploma -

Hale County High School
Moundville, AL
05-2001

Skills

  • Clinical Qualifications
  • Medical Surgical/ Asepsis and Infection Control
  • Medical Administration
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Cardiopulmonary Procedures
  • Basic Office First Aid
  • Medical Office Procedures
  • Medical Terminology
  • Keyboarding/Word Processing
  • Medical Insurance/Coding and Billing
  • Professional Growth/Communication Skills
  • Ambulation assistance
  • Specimen collection
  • Patient hygiene support
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Emergency response
  • Patient communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety protocols
  • Direct patient care

References

References Available Upon Request

Accomplishments

  • Dean's List
  • Academic Achievement Award
  • SGA Ambassador

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant in Tennessee,Alabama, District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shiftmed
03.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Madison Manor Health Rehabilitation
07.2019 - 06.2021

Campus Security Officer

Epsco Staffing
09.2016 - 06.2019

Caregiver Attendant

Home Instead Senior Care Home
07.2012 - 09.2016

Associate of Science Degree - Criminal Justice

Virginia College Huntsville Campus

High School Diploma -

Hale County High School

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