Latisha Norfleet
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wellpath
Portsmouth, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
Certified Medical Assistant
Wellpath
Portsmouth, VA
03.2020 - Current
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
Certified Phlebotomy Team Lead
Wellpath
Portsmouth, VA
03.2020 - Current
- Training new members of the phlebotomy team on laboratory procedures and protocols.
- Ensuring that personnel adhere to safety protocols when working with hazardous materials such as biohazardous waste.
- Performing quality control tests on equipment used by the phlebotomy team to ensure proper functioning.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Fortis College - Norfolk
Norfolk, VA10-2023
Associate of Science - General Studies
Paul D Camp Community College
Franklin, VA05-2019
High School Diploma -
Lakeland High School
Suffolk, VA06-2009
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Emergency Response
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Care Planning
- Wound Care
- Medication and IV Administration
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Assessment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Care
- Intake and Discharge
Accomplishments
Honor Society- Summa Cum Laude
Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Certified EKG Technician
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Wellpath
11.2023 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Wellpath
03.2020 - Current
Certified Phlebotomy Team Lead
Wellpath
03.2020 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Fortis College - Norfolk
Associate of Science - General Studies
Paul D Camp Community College
High School Diploma -
Lakeland High School