LaToya Neal
Little Rock,AR
Summary
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. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Superior Senior Care
04.2023 - Current
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Colonel Glenn Nursing And Rehab
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Supported needs of 15+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Suncrest Companion Services Of Clarksville
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Superior Senior Care
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
04.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Delivered high-quality care to 15+ patients in hospital facility.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences, UAMS
12.2013 - 01.2018
- Delivered high-quality care to 20+ patients in hospital facility.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Superior Senior Care
11.2007 - 12.2013
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Education
Associate of Science -
Pulaski Technical College
North Little Rock, AR06.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pulaski Technical College
North Little Rock, AR05.2010
No Degree - Barber/Stylist
New Tyler Barber College Inc
North Little Rock, AR03.2007
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Allied College of Technical Science
Little Rock, AR05.2006
High School Diploma -
North Little Rock High School
North Little Rock, AR05.2001
Skills
- DBMS
- Shared Governance
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Mobility Assistance Needs Understanding
- Meal Planning
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Phlebotomy Training
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Medication Assistance
- Activity Coordination
- Performing Patient Intakes
- Trustworthy Companion
- Charting Expertise
- Emotional and Social Support
- Intercultural Competence
- Conducting Intakes
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Quick Problem Solver
- Inpatient Care
- Bathing and Dressing
- ADLs Assistance
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Activity Planning
- Supporting Personal Needs
- Feeding Tube Management
- Bed Transfers
- Infection Control Procedures
- Responding to Emergencies
- Transporting Patients
- Nursing Assistance
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Calm Under Stress
- Measuring Bodily Fluids
- Quality Patient Care
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Oral Hygiene
- Observing Responses
- Preparing Devices
- Promoting Healthy Habits
- Documenting Behaviors
- Patient Safety Management
- Monitoring Fluids
- Biological Specimen Handling
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Light Housekeeping
- Needs Determination
- Observation Documentation
- Monitor Vitals
- Intake Recording
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Recording Vital Signs
- Nursing Standards
- General Housekeeping Abilities
- Patient Assessments
- Collecting Specimens
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Nutrition and Diet
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Restock Shelves
- Admitting Support
Additional Information
References
Adrian Witt Medical Equipment Delivery Driver, Agiliti 501-258-9201
Sandra Womack PSA, UAMS Psych. Research Institute 501-765-6670
Cindy Pearson BSN-RN, UAMS Psych. Research Institute 501-605-2779
LaToria Hall BSN-RN, Trvel Nurse 501-920-7031
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Superior Senior Care
04.2023 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
Colonel Glenn Nursing And Rehab
04.2023 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Suncrest Companion Services Of Clarksville
05.2022 - 04.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
CHI St. Vincent Infirmary
04.2018 - 11.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Superior Senior Care
01.2018 - 09.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences, UAMS
12.2013 - 01.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Superior Senior Care
11.2007 - 12.2013
Associate of Science -
Pulaski Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Pulaski Technical College
No Degree - Barber/Stylist
New Tyler Barber College Inc
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Allied College of Technical Science
High School Diploma -
North Little Rock High School
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