Latifah Graham
Middletown,DE
Summary
Detail-focused care provider with experience in direct patient care, medication administration, and electronic health record documentation. Monitors client condition changes and follows individualized care plans to support daily routines. Provides accurate, timely reporting with strong safety awareness.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
NHS Human Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
09.2013 - 05.2018
- Supported adults with disabilities in person-centered daily living activities
- Assisted clients with transfers to and from beds and wheelchairs, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Assisted with medication administration following Resources for Human Development procedures
- Monitored client health and well-being, promptly reporting significant changes to healthcare providers.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Supported clients during medical and personal appointments, facilitating communication and addressing needs.
- Prepared meals for clients following dietary guidelines.
- Performed cleaning duties to maintain a safe environment.
Lab Assistant
ArcPoint Labs of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
10.2016 - 07.2024
- Supported specimen intake and accessioning at ArcPoint Labs Philadelphia.
- Collected and labeled patient samples following laboratory protocols.
- Prepared workstations and supplies for daily testing activities.
- Processed specimens for transport and analysis.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning of instruments.
- Produced and submitted laboratory documents and reports per compliance requirements.
- Followed safety, privacy, and quality procedures in lab operations.
- Managed lab work smoothly and with reliable accuracy to meet regulatory and operational demands.
- Monitored quality control measures for accuracy of test results.
- Completed equipment maintenance and calibration tasks according to standards.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards, contributing to successful laboratory audits.
- Labeled specimens and preserved chain of custody records.
- Collected venous and capillary specimens following phlebotomy protocols.
- Supported infection control by disinfecting work areas and disposing sharps safely.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Documented patient information into an electronic medical records system.
- Inspected specimens for temperature, volume, and tampering signs.
- Ensured accuracy of all test results by verifying the identity of subjects prior to testing.
Direct Support Professional
Resources for Human Development, Inc
Claymont, Delaware
07.2024 - Current
- Delivered direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting independence in activities of daily living.
- Supported adults with disabilities in daily living routines, personal care tasks, and community activities.
- Followed individualized support plans and behavior guidance strategies during daily care.
- Administered medications in compliance with Resources for Human Development procedures, ensuring individual health and safety.
- Ensured safety by observing individuals for potential hazards and risks. and responded to health or behavior changes
- Monitored and documented individuals' behaviors; communicating changes or concerns to supervisor to inform support strategies.
- Recorded care updates and service documentation in agency databases.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Falcon Institute of Health And Science
3045 Ave B. Bethlehem, PA 1801702-2028
Associate Degree - Medical Assisting Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute
311 Veterans Highway, Leviitown, PA 1905603-2016
High School Diploma -
North Philadelphia Community High School
1100 E Erie Ave. Philadelphia, Pa 192408-2010
Skills
- ADL support
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Health monitoring
- Infection control
- Patient sample collection
- Vital signs
- Client documentation
- Report writing
- First aid and safety
- Adaptive equipment use
- Client support
- Active listening
Certification
- Llam Certification
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Resources for Human Development, Inc
07.2024 - Current
Lab Assistant
ArcPoint Labs of Philadelphia
10.2016 - 07.2024
Direct Support Professional
NHS Human Services
09.2013 - 05.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Falcon Institute of Health And Science
Associate Degree - Medical Assisting Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
North Philadelphia Community High School