Latitiea Riley
Oviedo,FL
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
AdventHealth
Orlando, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
Orlando, FL
10.2021 - 03.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Behavior Technician
Orlando Recovery Center
Orlando, FL
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Conducted random drug tests for clients enrolled in outpatient programs.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and behaviors.
- Observed changes in client behavior and reported any concerning trends to supervisor or psychiatrist.
- Assessed safety risks in the environment and took appropriate actions when necessary.
- Led recreational activities for clients to foster socialization skills development.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions designed to reduce symptoms associated with mental illness.
- Identified behaviors associated with substance abuse and recognized signs of being under influence of alcohol or drugs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Strive at Fern Park
Orlando, Florida
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Aspire Health Partners
Orlando, FL
08.2016 - 07.2021
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, treatments, assessments, and related information in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Conducted crisis intervention when necessary.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients through regular monitoring of unit activity.
- Developed and implemented behavior modification plans for clients exhibiting challenging behaviors due to their mental illness or substance abuse issues.
- Trained new employees on policies and procedures related to patient care.
- Attended weekly staff meetings and provided updates on assigned cases.
- Supervised subordinate Behavioral Health Technicians on shift assignments, providing guidance and feedback as needed.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing the provision of behavioral healthcare services.
- Monitored client vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure, as required by policy or procedure.
- Executed appropriate risk-assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Restrained violent or suicidal patients using approved verbal or physical techniques.
- Created and maintained an effective team environment through collaboration and communication.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress, challenges, and opportunities.
- Resolved discrepancies between applicant's self-reported information versus official documents received from third parties.
- Scanned documents into electronic health record system for permanent storage.
- Performed data entry of patient demographic information into the hospital system.
- Greeted patients upon arrival and provided necessary paperwork for registration process.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Care Administration
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ02-2025
Certification - Nursing Assistant
Trinity Medical Academy
New Port Richey, FL03-2010
High School Diploma -
Brewster Technical
Tampa, FL03-2003
Diploma - Clinical Medical Assistant
Coastal Medical Training Institute
Gulfport, MSSkills
- Medical terminology
- EMR documentation
- Team collaboration
- Crisis intervention
- Health compliance
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Healthcare software
- Infection control
- Electronic health records
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient admissions
- Communication skills
- Supervision and leadership
- MS Office Suite
- Data entry
- Basic life support
- Patient advocacy
- Active listening
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Administrative training
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
AdventHealth
02.2023 - Current
Behavior Technician
Orlando Recovery Center
05.2022 - 02.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clipboard Health
10.2021 - 03.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Strive at Fern Park
07.2021 - 05.2022
Lead Behavioral Health Technician
Aspire Health Partners
08.2016 - 07.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Health Care Administration
Pima Medical Institute
Certification - Nursing Assistant
Trinity Medical Academy
High School Diploma -
Brewster Technical
Diploma - Clinical Medical Assistant
Coastal Medical Training Institute