LaToya Morris
North Chesterfield,VA
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with extensive clinical experience in Med-Surg, Emergency, and Critical Care. Expertise in venipuncture, specimen processing, and patient support for diverse populations. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and strict adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extern
HCA Healthcare
Richmond, VA
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted RNs with patient assessments, documentation, wound care, IV setup, and specimen collection to ensure comprehensive care.
- Performed vital signs, EKGs, blood glucose checks, and patient rounding, contributing to improved patient monitoring.
- Supported patient education, discharge preparation, and care coordination to facilitate smooth transitions and enhance patient understanding.
- Observed nurses during patient care to enhance clinical understanding and strengthen clinical judgment.
- Maintain strict adherence to safety, infection control, and hospital protocols. Add Externship accomplishments
Patient Care Technician / Laboratory Processor / Phlebotomist
HCA Healthcare
Richmond, VA
03.2022 - Current
- Perform venipuncture, capillary blood collection, specimen labeling, documentation, and processing.
- Provided bedside care, monitoring vitals, assisting with mobility, and ensuring patient comfort to enhance overall patient experience.
- Prepare patients for examinations and assist physicians and nurses with clinical procedures.
- Supported Med-Surg and ED workflows through effective multitasking and prioritization, contributing to seamless patient care.
- Maintained accurate health information and assisted with diagnostic tasks, ensuring timely and reliable data for clinical decision-making.
Certified Nursing Assistant (PRN)
Senior Health Care
Richmond, VA
02.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with supervising RNs to deliver compassionate care and supported additional CNA responsibilities to elevate patient care.
- Provided ADL support to enhance patient comfort through bathing, grooming, feeding, and mobility assistance.
- Charted vital signs including BP, temperature, and blood glucose to monitor patient health status.
- Monitor patients with diminished capacity and ensure a safe environment.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
American Renal Associates
Richmond, VA
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Conducted pre-treatment vitals, prepared patients, and performed safety checks to ensure readiness for dialysis treatment.
- Place patients on treatment via graft, fistula, or catheter.
- Documented patient status every 30 minutes to monitor treatment progress and ensure timely interventions.
- Perform water quality tests, bleach tests, and machine setup.
- Supported home hemodialysis patient for two years, facilitating patient independence and continuity of care.
Assistant Manager
Habitat America
Richmond, VA
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Facilitated leasing, resident relations, compliance, and financial tracking to enhance operational efficiency.
- Processed applications, credit checks, and waitlist records using Yardi/Onsite.
- Coordinated maintenance requests and ensured timely completion of work orders to improve resident satisfaction.
- Managed petty cash records to support budgeting, newsletters, and resident engagement events, contributing to community involvement.
- Filed unlawful detailers and completed LIHTC recertification's. Refine property management section
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
VCU Hospital
Richmond, VA
04.2013 - 12.2015
- Delivered dialysis care to 25 patients per shift.
- Set up machines and conducted safety and water quality checks to ensure optimal patient care.
- Recorded and monitored patient stats before, during, and after treatment to track health progress.
- Operated in high-acuity environments, managing exposure to needles and blood while prioritizing patient safety.
Administrative Assistant / Medication Aide / CNA
Brookdale Healthcare Services
Richmond, VA
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Enhanced Brookdale section to improve clarity and detail
Assistant Property Manager / Occupied Rehab Specialist
Better Housing Coalition
Richmond, VA
02.2012 - 12.2013
- Occupied Rehab Management Oversaw construction in occupied units, ensuring contractor coordination and resident safety to minimize disruption during renovations.
- Vendor & Contractor Supervision Directed structural repairs, electrical/plumbing upgrades, and interior renovations to enhance property value and resident satisfaction.
- Project Timeline Management Scheduled rehab phases and monitored progress.
- Portfolio Management Managed 166 units, maintained occupancy, and addressed resident concerns.
- LIHTC Compliance Oversight Verified income, maintained eligibility documentation, completed recertification's, and prepared audit-ready compliance files.
- Fair Housing Enforcement Ensured legal compliance in leasing, advertising, and resident interactions.
- Coordinated with city inspectors to ensure code compliance for buildings. Worked with inspectors to ensure units met building codes and safety standards.
- Yardi Compliance Reporting Tracked certifications, inspections, rent collection, and compliance deadlines to maintain regulatory adherence and support operational efficiency.
Education
Registered Nursing Program -
Galen College of Nursing
Richmond, VA07-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
High Tech Institute
Kansas City, MOCertificate - Phlebotomy
John Tyler Community College
Chester, VAReal Estate License -
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VASkills
- Venipuncture (Butterfly, Straight Needle, Vacutainer)
- Specimen Collection & Processing
- EKG
- Dialysis Setup & Monitoring
- Vital Signs & Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- ICU, Med-Surg, ED & Acute Care Experience
- PPE & Infection Control
- EMR systems
- Centrifuge Operation
- Patient Confidentiality & Documentation
- Time Management and Leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Customer Service
- Supervision and training
- Administrative support
- Property Management (Yardi, LIHTC)
- Social media
- Real estate administration
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- Certified Medication Aide
- Geriatric Nursing Assistant
- CNA II
- Certified Home Health Aide
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (NPA)
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Certified Property Manager / Certified Apartment Manager
- CPR / BLS / AED / First Aid
- Driver's License
Timeline
Nurse Extern
HCA Healthcare
01.2026 - Current
Patient Care Technician / Laboratory Processor / Phlebotomist
HCA Healthcare
03.2022 - Current
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
American Renal Associates
04.2019 - 01.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant (PRN)
Senior Health Care
02.2019 - Current
Assistant Manager
Habitat America
10.2017 - 04.2019
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
VCU Hospital
04.2013 - 12.2015
Administrative Assistant / Medication Aide / CNA
Brookdale Healthcare Services
04.2013 - 04.2015
Assistant Property Manager / Occupied Rehab Specialist
Better Housing Coalition
02.2012 - 12.2013
Registered Nursing Program -
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
High Tech Institute
Certificate - Phlebotomy
John Tyler Community College
Real Estate License -
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College