Latoya Reid
Hollywood,FL
Summary
Dynamic nursing leader with extensive experience at Presidential Place Assisted Living and Fountain Manor Rehab, excelling in nurse education and training. Proven track record in quality improvement and compliance with healthcare regulations, enhancing patient care standards. Strong critical thinking and leadership skills fostered a collaborative environment, significantly reducing staff turnover and improving patient outcomes.
Professional nursing leader prepared for advanced responsibilities in healthcare management. Proven ability to drive patient care excellence and improve operational efficiency. Strong focus on collaborative team leadership and adaptable to changing environments. Skilled in strategic planning, staff development, and regulatory compliance, consistently delivering impactful results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Presidential Place Assisted Living
01.2025 - Current
- Led nursing team in implementing patient care protocols to enhance quality and safety standards.
- Developed and executed training programs to improve staff competencies and reduce turnover rates.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring adherence to best practices across all units.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Presidential Place Assisted Living
09.2024 - Current
- Led nursing staff in implementing patient care protocols to enhance quality of service.
- Developed training programs for nursing personnel, improving skill levels and patient outcomes.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care plans and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Analyzed patient feedback data to identify areas for improvement in service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Reviewed staffing schedules, ensuring optimal coverage while maintaining budgetary constraints and resource allocation.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Memory Care Director
Presidential Place Assisted Living
12.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for residents, enhancing quality of life.
- Led training programs for staff on dementia care best practices, improving team competency.
- Coordinated family support initiatives, fostering communication between families and care teams.
- Monitored and evaluated resident progress to adjust care strategies as needed.
Wellness Coordinator
Presidential Place Assisted Living
04.2023 - Current
- Managed budget allocation for wellness activities, ensuring cost-effective resource utilization.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Conducted assessments of residents' health status, utilizing critical thinking to identify care priorities effectively.
- Improved resident satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
Nurse
Fountain Manor Rehab
04.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly for timely interventions.
- Led initiatives for infection control, implementing protocols that improved patient outcomes across the unit.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presidential Place Assisted Living
01.2019 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to promote comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas to ensure a safe and hygienic environment.
- Supported team members in executing care plans by providing personal care services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nursing
HCI College
Fort Lauderdale, FL12-2025
No Degree - License Practical Nursing
Florida Academy of Nursing
Miramar, FL08-2020
Associate of Arts - Hospitality And Tourism Management
University of The West Indies
Montego Bay, Jamaica09-2005
High School Diploma -
Mt. Alvernia High School
Montego Bay, Jamaica05-2002
Skills
- Nurse education and training
- Leadership and guidance
- Quality improvement
- Strong work ethic
- Policies compliance enforcement
- Healthcare regulations compliance
- Long-term care
- Clinical resources management
- Critical thinking
- Nursing staff supervision
- Team supervision
- Standards of practice
- Hospital admissions
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Presidential Place Assisted Living
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Presidential Place Assisted Living
09.2024 - Current
Memory Care Director
Presidential Place Assisted Living
12.2023 - Current
Wellness Coordinator
Presidential Place Assisted Living
04.2023 - Current
Nurse
Fountain Manor Rehab
04.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presidential Place Assisted Living
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nursing
HCI College
No Degree - License Practical Nursing
Florida Academy of Nursing
Associate of Arts - Hospitality And Tourism Management
University of The West Indies
High School Diploma -
Mt. Alvernia High School
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