Latoya Powell
Sutherland,VA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Poplar Springs Hospital
Petersburg, VA
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
Patient Care Assistant
At Home Care Staffing
Colonial Heights, VA
02.2016 - 03.2024
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate and blood pressure.
Direct Support Professional
Progressive Adult Rehabilitation Center
Petersburg, VA
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
Mental Health Technician
Central State Hospital
Petersburg, VA
03.2019 - 07.2020
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
Patient Care Assistant
Foundation for care
Prince George, VA
02.2016 - 03.2019
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
- Administered prescribed medications under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate and blood pressure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prince George High School
Prince George, VA06-2006
Skills
- meditech
- Behavior Management
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Clinical Documentation
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Health plan benefits
- Medication Administration
- Discharge Planning
- Family support and assistance
- Patient Safety Management
- Suicide Prevention
- Care Plan Development
- Individual Counseling
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Poplar Springs Hospital
03.2022 - 03.2024
Direct Support Professional
Progressive Adult Rehabilitation Center
04.2020 - 04.2021
Mental Health Technician
Central State Hospital
03.2019 - 07.2020
Patient Care Assistant
At Home Care Staffing
02.2016 - 03.2024
Patient Care Assistant
Foundation for care
02.2016 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Prince George High School
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