Latoya Lewis
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel CNA
Aya Healthcare
5930 Cornerstone Court West, Suite 300
06.2020 - Current
- Provided high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations, adapting to the unique needs of each assignment.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive care during travel assignments.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Maintained accurate and detailed documentation of patient information, ensuring compliance with facility policies and regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless continuity of care during patient transfers between facilities.
- Served as a mentor to new CNAs during their orientation period, providing guidance on facility policies and best practices for patient care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Anticipated potential issues related to specific diagnoses or treatments based on knowledge gained from prior travel CNA experiences.
Agency CNA
Shore Staffing Inc.
100 North West Street, Easton, MD 21601
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Was Apart of the Bridge Team , A rapid response team to Critical Care Assignments
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Nightingale College
Ogden, UT12.2026
Skills
- Companionship and emotional support
- Documenting behaviors
- Family Education
- Observing responses
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
- CNA Certification
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Preparing meals
- Patient Positioning
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
- Basic Life Support
- Pediatric Care
- End of life care
- Adaptable
- Calm Under Stress
- Heavy Lifting
- CPR/AED
- Patient-focused care
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Reliable team player
- HIPAA Compliance
- Draw blood for lab/
- IV starter experience
Timeline
Travel CNA
Aya Healthcare
06.2020 - Current
Agency CNA
Shore Staffing Inc.
03.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Nightingale College