LaTonya Simmons
North Charleston,SC
Summary
Dynamic Activities Coordinator with a proven track record at Aging Gracefully, enhancing resident engagement through innovative activity planning and special needs programming. Skilled in arts and crafts instruction and calendar management, I significantly improved patient wellbeing and independence. Demonstrates exceptional communication and organizational skills, contributing to a positive, results-driven team environment.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Coordinator
Aging Gracefully
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinated, planned, developed and implemented activities designed to enrich lives of assisted living residents.
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating creative activities and events into the daily schedule.
PCA
Franke at Seaside
02.2020 - 08.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
PC
Mount Pleasant Garden Assisted Living
04.2014 - 07.2017
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
PCA
The Bridge of Charlrston Assisted Living
03.2013 - 01.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
PCA
Assurace Personal Care Home Health
08.2009 - 01.2013
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
PCA
Legacy Home Care
10.1991 - 08.2000
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Island High School
James Island06.1991
Skills
Arts and crafts instruction
Calendar Management
Senior Activities Planning
Special Needs Programming
Marketing knowledge
Inventory Coordination
Timeline
Activities Coordinator
Aging Gracefully
09.2024 - Current
PCA
Franke at Seaside
02.2020 - 08.2024
PC
Mount Pleasant Garden Assisted Living
04.2014 - 07.2017
PCA
The Bridge of Charlrston Assisted Living
03.2013 - 01.2016
PCA
Assurace Personal Care Home Health
08.2009 - 01.2013
PCA
Legacy Home Care
10.1991 - 08.2000
High School Diploma -
James Island High School
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