Latoya Cotton
Gadsden,AL
Summary
Compassionate Nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative demeanor cultivated over 3+ years of superior healthcare industry performance. Experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel CNA
Kula Hospital
Maui , HI
2024.06 - Current
- Documented all services rendered including mileage driven and time spent on each trip assignment accurately in accordance with agency policy guidelines.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as brushing teeth and washing hands.
- Maintained records of patients' vital signs and health care information.
- Assisted with patient transportation to and from medical appointments and other destinations.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Four Winds Manor
Verona , WI
2024.03 - 2024.05
- Assisted in providing personal care to elderly patients, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Observed clients for any signs of discomfort or distress during treatments.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Lafayette Manor
Darlington , WI
2024.01 - 2024.03
- Reported changes in patient's behavior or physical condition to supervisor promptly.
- Observed clients for any signs of discomfort or distress during treatments.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Accompanied clients on medical appointments and assisted with transportation needs.
- Encouraged independence through positive reinforcement of self-care activities.
Traveling CNA
St. Anthony's
Carroll , IA
2023.10 - 2023.12
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene, including bathing and dressing.
- Reported any changes in patient's condition or unusual symptoms to the nursing staff.
- Performed vital signs checks such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate.
Traveling CNA
River City
Decatur , AL
2023.08 - 2023.09
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Answered call lights promptly to address patient needs in a timely manner.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Traveling CNA
Luther Park Of Sandpoint
Sandpoint , ID
2023.05 - 2023.06
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
- Performed vital signs checks such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate.
- Provided physical support to assist patients in walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Observed patient behavior for indications of pain and reported it to medical staff immediately.
Medical Assistant Trainer
Southern Immediate Care
Anniston , AL
2022.09 - 2023.04
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Performed Iv insertion and venipuncture
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Oak Grove Health and Rehab
Waterville , ME
2022.03 - 2022.04
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
- Obtained client's medical history, including medication information, symptoms, and allergies
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient's condition on a daily basis.
- Followed safety protocols while working with hazardous materials or equipment.
Nursing Student Intern
Cherokee County Health and Rehabilitation Center
Centre , AL
2021.03 - 2022.01
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients according to physician orders.
- Provided basic nursing care such as monitoring vital signs, collecting lab specimens, and changing dressings.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to healthcare team members.
- Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention topics.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients including measurements of height, weight, temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure.
- Performed sterile procedures such as wound care dressing changes.
- Assisted with performance improvement activities within the unit.
- Monitored patient progress post-procedure or treatment plan implementation.
Patient Service Representative
Quality Of Life Health Services
Gadsden , AL
2019.08 - 2020.03
- Greeted patients upon arrival and directed them to the appropriate area.
- Provided customer service by answering patient questions and addressing concerns.
- Verified insurance information, collected payments, and scheduled appointments.
- Maintained a clean and organized reception area.
- Ensured all necessary paperwork was completed prior to patient visits.
- Informed patients about payment options, billing policies, and procedures related to their visit or procedure.
- Inputted patient demographic data into electronic health record system.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, faxing, photocopying.
- Assisted with scheduling follow-up appointments according to provider availability.
- Obtained proper authorization and identification to release confidential medical records.
Emergency Room Unit Clerk/Certified Nursing Assistant
Riverview Medical Center
Gadsden , AL
2019.03 - 2019.08
- Handled call center by answering calls for the Emergency Dept.,
- Completed skilled administrative work to support all office staff and operational requirements.,
- Contacted hospitals to confirm patients' medical histories and prevent inaccurate diagnoses and treatments.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.,
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies as needed.,
- Received, recorded, and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone and email.
- Inputted data into computer system regarding patient information, treatments, medications.
- Scanned documents into electronic health records systems quickly and accurately..
Psych Technician/CNA
Riverview Medical Center
Gadsden , AL
2018.10 - 2019.03
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.,
- Conferred with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.,
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.,
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.,
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy need by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices.
- Supported patients during crisis situations by providing emotional support and assistance with de-escalation techniques when needed.
Education
Certification - EMT-Basic/Advanced - EMT
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL12.2022
Advanced CNA/Phlebotomy
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL11.2019
High School Diploma -
Gaston High School
Gadsden, AL04.2003
Skills
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Wound Care and Irrigation
- Office Administration
- EMR Systems
- Field Patient Assessments
- Triage
- Medical Office Experience
- Collecting Specimens
- Patient Lifting
- Care Plan Implementation
- Transporting Patients
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Venipuncture and Phlebotomy
- Respiratory Assessment
- Emergency Management
- IV Fluid Replacement
- Medication Administration
Certification
- CPR/BLS, 06/2022, 06/2024, American Heart Association
- EMT-B, 08/2022, 08/2024
- BLS/AED CPR INSTRUCTOR
Timeline
Travel CNA
Kula Hospital
2024.06 - Current
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Four Winds Manor
2024.03 - 2024.05
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Lafayette Manor
2024.01 - 2024.03
Traveling CNA
St. Anthony's
2023.10 - 2023.12
Traveling CNA
River City
2023.08 - 2023.09
Traveling CNA
Luther Park Of Sandpoint
2023.05 - 2023.06
Medical Assistant Trainer
Southern Immediate Care
2022.09 - 2023.04
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
Oak Grove Health and Rehab
2022.03 - 2022.04
Nursing Student Intern
Cherokee County Health and Rehabilitation Center
2021.03 - 2022.01
Patient Service Representative
Quality Of Life Health Services
2019.08 - 2020.03
Emergency Room Unit Clerk/Certified Nursing Assistant
Riverview Medical Center
2019.03 - 2019.08
Psych Technician/CNA
Riverview Medical Center
2018.10 - 2019.03
Certification - EMT-Basic/Advanced - EMT
Gadsden State Community College
Advanced CNA/Phlebotomy
Gadsden State Community College
High School Diploma -
Gaston High School
- CPR/BLS, 06/2022, 06/2024, American Heart Association
- EMT-B, 08/2022, 08/2024
- BLS/AED CPR INSTRUCTOR
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