LaTonya L Brown
Louisville,KY
Summary
Diligent Nursing Assistant with background in providing exceptional patient care and maintaining meticulous health records. Demonstrated ability to support nursing staff and contribute to patient wellbeing through effective communication and empathy. Proficient in basic medical procedures and maintaining safe and clean environment. Known for reliability, adaptability, and commitment to achieving positive patient outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Kindred Hospital at Jewish Hospital
200 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, Kentucky 40202
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Maintained clean, stocked patient rooms and organized care supplies efficiently
- Responded to patient call lights and provided timely comfort assistance
- Followed infection control and isolation procedures to reduce safety risks
- Communicated patient needs clearly during shift handoffs and care updates
Nursing Assistant/ Care Pro
Homeinstead
4101 Taylorsville Road Louisville, Kentucky 40220
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Assisted clients with bathing, grooming, and dressing while preserving dignity and comfort.
- Supported mobility and transfers using safe lifting techniques and proper assistive devices.
- Prepared meals, tracked dietary needs, and ensured timely medication reminders.
- Documented care activities and communicated updates to families and care teams accurately.
- Provided companionship and emotional support for clients with dementia and chronic conditions.
- Maintained clean, organized living spaces through light housekeeping and laundry tasks.
- Followed individualized care plans to deliver consistent daily living assistance and safety.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sam Swope Care Center
3503 Moyers Circle Masonic Home, Kentucky 40042
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting while preserving dignity and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported condition changes promptly to nursing staff.
- Documented resident care, intake, and output accurately in medical records.
- Repositioned residents and used transfer techniques to support safety and prevent pressure injuries.
- Responded quickly to call lights and delivered compassionate bedside support.
- Maintained clean, organized rooms and followed infection-control procedures consistently.
- Supported meal service, feeding assistance, and hydration monitoring for resident needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Baptist East Hospital
4000 Kresege Way Louisville, Kentucky 40207
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Collaborated with nurses and caregivers to deliver reliable, resident-centered care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
1550 Raydale Drive Louisville, Kentucky 40219
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Buisness Management
AIU
Chandler, AZCertified Nursing Assistant -
Kentucky Nurse Aide
Taylorsville Rd Louisville, Kentucky 4022003-1992
High School Diploma -
Western High School
2501 Rockford Lane Louisville, Kentucky 4021606-1991
Skills
Basic life supportRecording vital signsVital signs monitoringPatient relationship buildingInfection controlMobility assistanceElectronic chartingCompanionship and emotional supportPatient relationsPatient assessmentsClient documentationHealthcare ethicsMedical terminologyComputer literateHIPAASupply restockingPatient observationRecording vital signsVital signs monitoringPatient relationship buildingInfection controlMobility assistanceElectronic chartingCompanionship and emotional supportPatient relationsPatient assessmentsClient documentationHealthcare ethicsMedical terminologyComputer literateHIPAASupply restockingPatient observationPersonal care aide (PCA)
Recording vital signs
Vital signs monitoring
Patient relationship building
Infection control
Mobility assistance
Electronic charting
Companionship and emotional support
Patient relations
Patient assessments
Client documentation
Healthcare ethics
Medical terminology
Computer literate
HIPAA
Supply restocking
Patient observation
Personal care aide (PCA)
Home health aide (HHA)
Universal precautions
HIPAA compliance
Reliable team player
Basic life support
Compassionate caregiver
Companionship and emotional support
Adaptable
Healthcare ethics
Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Kindred Hospital at Jewish Hospital
06.2024 - 05.2025
Nursing Assistant/ Care Pro
Homeinstead
10.2020 - 06.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sam Swope Care Center
06.2019 - 10.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Baptist East Hospital
11.2017 - 06.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
06.2016 - 11.2017
Buisness Management
AIU
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Kentucky Nurse Aide
High School Diploma -
Western High School