Latoria Oneal
Greenville,SC
Summary
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant recognized for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in diverse healthcare settings. Expertise in acute patient care, infection control, and emergency response, ensuring safety and satisfaction. Strong communication and adaptability skills contribute to positive patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Travel CNA
Shiftkey
Irving, Texas
12.2020 - Current
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing linens or tidying up rooms after a long day of travel.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to patients
- Maintained records of patients' vital signs and health care information.
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary team members regarding patient needs.
- Reported any observed changes in patient conditions to the appropriate personnel.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with chronic illnesses or terminal diagnoses.
- Provided assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Assisted patients with shaving, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
CNA
Advance Nursing
Greenville , S C
08.2016 - Current
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
CNA
St Joseph’s hospital health center
Syracuse, New York
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
CNA
Signature HealthCARE
Marietta, G A
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
CNA
Gale Healthcare
Tampa, Florida
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
CNA
Brookdale Assisted Living
Greenville , S C
02.2016 - 12.2018
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
CNA
Magnolia Manor of Greenville
Greenville , S C
04.2006 - 10.2016
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
Education
Berea High
Greenville , S CSkills
- Patient record management
- Infection control practices
- Emotional support provision
- Daily living assistance
- Patient communication
- Physical condition observation
- Problem solving
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate care
- Patient care
- Collecting specimens
- Dressing assistance
- Patient assessments
- Urinary catheter care
- Respiratory equipment training
- Supporting personal needs
- Patient relations
- Direct patient care
- Monitoring fluids
- Family support and assistance
- Transporting patients
- Meal planning
- Infection control procedures
- Collecting vital signs
- Mobility assistance
- Colostomy care
- Intake recording
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
- Tracheostomy care
- Condition monitoring
- Positioning patients
- Patient relationship building
- Compassionate
Accomplishments
Yes I have received several awards and achievements for my outstanding work performance and care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNA
St Joseph’s hospital health center
05.2022 - 12.2023
Travel CNA
Shiftkey
12.2020 - Current
CNA
Signature HealthCARE
01.2020 - 10.2021
CNA
Gale Healthcare
07.2019 - 07.2021
CNA
Advance Nursing
08.2016 - Current
CNA
Brookdale Assisted Living
02.2016 - 12.2018
CNA
Magnolia Manor of Greenville
04.2006 - 10.2016
Berea High