Latonia Simmons
Gates,NC
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at ECU Health, excelling in medication administration and direct patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through critical assessments and compassionate communication. Skilled in developing individualized care plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to improve overall patient satisfaction and care quality.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cell Staff
09.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting significant changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Educated patients on health management practices, enhancing their understanding of medical conditions.
- Assisted in emergency response situations, ensuring timely interventions during critical incidents.
Staff Development Coordinator
Ahoskie Health and Rehab
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff competencies and improve patient care quality.
- Coordinated orientation sessions for new hires, ensuring smooth onboarding and integration into the team.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback mechanisms, promoting continuous improvement in educational initiatives.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify skill gaps and tailor development programs accordingly.
Registered Nurse
ECU Health
07.2011 - 07.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered patient care plans and medication management in compliance with established protocols.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
RCCC
Ahoskie, NC05-2011
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cell Staff
09.2024 - Current
Staff Development Coordinator
Ahoskie Health and Rehab
08.2023 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
ECU Health
07.2011 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
RCCC