LATINA THURMAN
Hempstead
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with experience in diverse care settings, specializing in supporting chronically ill patients. Committed to enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through quality care and effective communication. Proficient in assisting with daily living activities and maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring a positive healthcare experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dsp worker
Lifeworcs
Garden City
10.2025 - Current
Amap certification
Lifeworcs
Garden City
10.2025 - Current
- Executed day-to-day duties with precision, ensuring operational reliability.
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve shared goals and resolve product and service-related issues.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Fulton commons
East Meadow
10.2023 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
NUMC
East Meadow
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
- Maintained current knowledge of state regulations related to medication administration.
- Provided patient education regarding medications and their potential side effects.
- Measured and recorded patients' vital signs, including heart rate and blood pressure, in a clinical setting.
- Obtained and documented vital signs from patients during routine check-ups and examinations.
- Categorized patients based on their medical needs and urgency for effective care prioritization.
- Conducted medical consultations to assess patient health and provide recommendations.
- Addressed patient requests through call light response to ensure comfort and safety.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and promoting independence.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
CNA
The New Mayfair
Hempstead
06.2013 - 07.2023
- Provided support for residents in daily living activities and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated significant changes to nursing staff to ensure timely care.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of environment for residents and staff to promote well-being.
HHA
Recco Home Care
Massapequa Park
01.2015 - 05.2019
- Supported clients in daily living activities and personal hygiene to promote independence.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs to ensure timely and accurate patient care.
- Monitored client health status and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Administered prescribed medications following care plans and protocols.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at home.
Education
GED -
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NYSkills
- Patient care planning
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Mobility Support
- Bedside Assistance
- Hygiene assistance
- Personal grooming assistance
- Behavioral Observation
- Behavioral Support
Timeline
Dsp worker
Lifeworcs
10.2025 - Current
Amap certification
Lifeworcs
10.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Fulton commons
10.2023 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
NUMC
02.2022 - Current
HHA
Recco Home Care
01.2015 - 05.2019
CNA
The New Mayfair
06.2013 - 07.2023
GED -
Nassau Community College