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LATISHA SIMMONS

Natchitoches,LA

Summary

Certified Nursing Assistant/Therapy Tech with a strong background in patient care and direct assistance. Demonstrated expertise in providing bathing, feeding, and grooming support while maintaining patient privacy and dignity. Skilled in completing daily documentation and charts, ensuring HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to assess patient needs and communicate effectively with healthcare professionals. Patient Therapy Technician with talent for building strong relationships and providing empathetic support to clients. Consistently collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality therapeutic care as Therapy Technician.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant/Therapy Tech

Natchitoches Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2022 - Current
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
  • Assessed patient needs and reported any changes in condition to appropriate staff members promptly.
  • Encouraged patient participation in activities designed for their physical and mental health improvement.
  • Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.

CNA

St. Mary's Hospital
06.2018 - 11.2021
  • Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
  • Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
  • Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
  • Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
  • Answered call lights to provide emergency treatment and assistance to patients.
  • Managed multiple tasks effectively while maintaining composure under pressure situations.

CNA

The Oaks of Athens
06.2012 - 06.2015
  • Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
  • Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
  • Provided quality care to elderly patients in a long-term care facility setting.
  • Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Athens Heritage
05.2012 - 03.2015
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks, such as bathing and dressing, while maintaining respect for patient privacy and dignity.
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
  • Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
  • Provided quality care to elderly patients in a long-term care facility setting.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Direct patient care
  • Reliable team player
  • Patient-focused care

Certification

326892

Education

Associate In Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy Assistant

Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA
08.2025 - Current

Timeline

Associate In Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy Assistant

Bossier Parish Community College
08.2025 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant/Therapy Tech

Natchitoches Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
07.2022 - Current

CNA

St. Mary's Hospital
06.2018 - 11.2021

CNA

The Oaks of Athens
06.2012 - 06.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

Athens Heritage
05.2012 - 03.2015
LATISHA SIMMONS