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Latosha Quarles

Hopkinsville,KY

Summary

Dedicated Activity Therapist with years of experience in organizing recreational activities as therapy and medical treatment to support improved wellness among participants. Resourceful in devising diverse programs with exercise and social activities geared to individuals' abilities and specific needs. Committed to boosting progress and goal attainment by closely observing participants' responses, progress and outcomes to adjust activities for changing demands.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Activity Therapist

Jennie Stuart Health
12.2022 - Current
  • Managed safety of activity therapy work areas, maintaining quantity and variety of supplies.
  • Assessed patients via observations and interviews, maintaining notes on needs, skills, interests and limitations.
  • Documented activity assessments, treatment goals, interventions and outcomes to supplement and reinforce patient medical record.
  • Planned and implemented therapeutic activities on group and individual basis to assist patients in achieving specific goals while in inpatient unit.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Jennie Stuart Health
01.2021 - Current
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Medication Aide

Shady Lawn Nursing Home
06.2015 - Current
  • Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
  • Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
  • Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
  • Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
  • Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
  • Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
  • Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
  • Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
  • Monitored patient responses to medication to report adverse reactions quickly.
  • Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Certified Medication Aide

Bradford Heights Nursing & Rehab Center
07.2021 - 10.2022
  • Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bradford Heights Nursing & Rehab Center
01.2003 - 06.2010
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

KMA - Medication Aide

Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY
05.2020

CNA - Nursing Assistance

Hopkinsville Community College
Hopkinsville, KY
04.2003

Skills

  • Music Therapy
  • Crisis Situations
  • Patient Evaluation Skills
  • Sensory Motor Skills
  • Safety Requirements
  • Medical Terminology
  • Care Plan Management
  • Anxiety Reduction
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Safety Measures
  • Recreational Activities
  • Counseling Techniques
  • Critical Thinking
  • Staff Support
  • Quality Patient Care
  • Electronic Charting
  • Keeping Records
  • Program Activities
  • Medication Identification
  • Medication Administration
  • First Aid
  • Active Listening
  • Emotional Support
  • Behavioral Interviewing
  • Team Meetings
  • Therapy Programs

Timeline

Activity Therapist

Jennie Stuart Health
12.2022 - Current

Certified Medication Aide

Bradford Heights Nursing & Rehab Center
07.2021 - 10.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Jennie Stuart Health
01.2021 - Current

Certified Medication Aide

Shady Lawn Nursing Home
06.2015 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Bradford Heights Nursing & Rehab Center
01.2003 - 06.2010

KMA - Medication Aide

Madisonville Community College

CNA - Nursing Assistance

Hopkinsville Community College

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