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Latoya Forte

Lakeland,FL

Summary

Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Caregiver (Parent)
05.2016 - 10.2017
  • 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.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Duty
04.2012 - 12.2012
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • 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.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Plant City Health Center
04.2011 - 08.2012
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oakbridge Healthcare
09.2010 - 03.2011
  • 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.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Personal Care/ Showers, Oral Care

Production Technician

Vanguard Medical Solutions/ Stryker
07.2003 - 05.2009
  • Troubleshot equipment malfunctions quickly to minimize disruptions in production schedules.
  • Trained new team members on equipment operation, safety protocols, and company policies, fostering a skilled workforce.
  • Assisted in quality control measures by performing routine inspections of products against established standards.
  • Performed setup of production equipment to establish optimal performance.
  • Aided in setting up and breaking down production equipment and stages to help prepare production area for filming and properly store equipment after use.
  • Data entry record good and rejected devices into computer system

Behavioral Job Coach/ Residential Instructor

Suncoast New Options
03.2000 - 07.2003
  • Delivered high-quality service by consistently adhering to ethical guidelines outlined by professional organizations in the field of behavioral health.
  • Effectively communicated complex information about individuals' progress toward goals during team meetings or consultations.
  • Coordinated with community partners to identify resources and supports that aligned with clients'' needs and goals.
  • Demonstrated flexibility adapting coaching approaches based on each person''s unique strengths challenges preferences building trust maintaining engagement throughout process.
  • Worked inside there homes to help with independence in there communities
  • Worked with each client out in the community while doing volunteer work

Education

High School Diploma -

Kathleen Senior High
Lakeland, FL

Skills

  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Since December 2009

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Caregiver (Parent)
05.2016 - 10.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Duty
04.2012 - 12.2012

Certified Nursing Assistant

Plant City Health Center
04.2011 - 08.2012

Certified Nursing Assistant

Oakbridge Healthcare
09.2010 - 03.2011

Production Technician

Vanguard Medical Solutions/ Stryker
07.2003 - 05.2009

Behavioral Job Coach/ Residential Instructor

Suncoast New Options
03.2000 - 07.2003

High School Diploma -

Kathleen Senior High

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