Latoya Mctizic
Jacksonville
Summary
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
With experience in providing support to nursing staff and delivering high-quality care to patients. Skilled in performing vital sign checks, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for all patients. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and efficient resolution of concerns.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cornerstone Caregiving-South
Jacksonville Florida
10.2020 - Current
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
I.R.L Laboratory/ H.C.A Hospital
Orange Park
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using a variety of collection techniques and equipment.
- Provided patient education regarding specimen collection procedures.
- Conducted various blood tests and updated results into paper and electronic charts.
- Monitored expiration dates for reagents, media, tubes.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Collaborated with laboratory personnel to resolve specimen issues.
- Processed orders through the laboratory information system.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Learning Ambassador/Order Picker
Amazon fulfillment
Jacksonville Florida
10.2015 - 01.2023
- Maintained professionality and efficiency while working closely with leadership.
- Utilized a variety of teaching methods such as problem-solving exercises, simulations, role plays.
- Monitored student progress throughout the semester, providing feedback as needed.
- Restocked shelves at retail locations with products to match planned demonstrations.
- Cleaned and organized spaces to maintain neat promotional spaces.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
Home Health Aide
Caregiving LLC
Jacksonville
03.2010 - 03.2015
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville Fl 05.2006
Associate Of Science - Nursing
Florida State College At Jacksonville –
Jacksonville Florida Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR documentation
- Infection control
- Specimen collection
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Emotional support
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Colostomy care
- Documenting behaviors
- Companionship and emotional support
Certification
Phlebotomist technician
Certified nursing assistant
C.P.R/ advanced life saving
Education
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Timeline
Certified Phlebotomist Technician
I.R.L Laboratory/ H.C.A Hospital
02.2023 - 06.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cornerstone Caregiving-South
10.2020 - Current
Learning Ambassador/Order Picker
Amazon fulfillment
10.2015 - 01.2023
Home Health Aide
Caregiving LLC
03.2010 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Associate Of Science - Nursing
Florida State College At Jacksonville –