Latoya Smith
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
I've worked in the medical field for eighteen years as a Certified Nurse's Aide. I've obtained a lot of customer service experience. I started my first five years with long term adult care. I then worked on a Surgical/Trauma Unit at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for three years. After that I worked on the Cardiac Care Unit for two years with Penn Medicine (Presbyterian Medical Center) in Philadelphia. I begin to build my Hospice experience within Presbyterian by working in different departments within the medical center. I also worked as an agency employee for the last five years. Working agency has allowed me to further build my Hospice and Long term care experience. Today I currently do home care services but, I'm interested in returning back to a Hospital setting where I enjoyed working the most. I am no stranger to a fast-paced work environment, teamwork, and getting the job done efficiently. I have plenty of confidence in myself to readjust no problem knowing I'm a valuable asset to the team. I"m currently in the process of also updating my AHA BLS. I will have before start date. I hope to hear from you soon!
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Aide
Dynamic Home Care
Bensalem, PA
06.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
Certified Nursing Assistant
ESHYFT Nursing Agency
Howells, NJ
04.2023 - Current
- Provide mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients with routine physical, emotional, psychological, or rehabilitation care under the direction of nursing or medical staff.
- Work as part of a team that may include psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, or social workers. Serve meals or feed patients needing assistance or persuasion.
- Provide patients with assistance in bathing, dressing, or grooming, demonstrating these skills as necessary.
- (HOSPICE) In the absence of the hospice aid provide frequent surveillance, repositioning, ADL'S and 1:1 care for hospice residents. Stay aware of their current care plan and report all changes to the nurse immediately.
- Participate in recreational activities with patients, including card games, sports, or television viewing.
- Maintain patients' restrictions to assigned areas. Accompany patients to and from wards for medical or dental treatments.
- Clean and disinfect rooms and furnishings to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
- Complete physical checks and monitor patients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and report observations to professional staff.
- Record and maintain patient information, such as vital signs, eating habits, behavior, and progress notes.
CNA
Clipboard Health
San Francisco
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Provide mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients with routine physical, emotional, psychological, or rehabilitation care under the direction of nursing or medical staff.
- Work as part of a team that may include psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, or social workers.
- Serve meals or feed patients needing assistance or persuasion.
- Provide patients with assistance in bathing, dressing, or grooming, demonstrating these skills as necessary.
- Participate in recreational activities with patients, including card games, sports, or television viewing.
- Maintain patients' restrictions to assigned areas.
- Accompany patients to and from wards for medical or dental treatments.
- Clean and disinfect rooms and furnishings to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
- Complete physical checks and monitor patients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and report observations to professional staff.
- Record and maintain patient information, such as vital signs, eating habits, behavior, and progress notes.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Penn Medicine (Hospice)
Philadelphia, PA
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Provide mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients with routine physical, emotional, psychological, or rehabilitation care under the direction of nursing or medical staff.
- Work as part of a team that may include psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, or social workers. Serve meals or feed patients needing assistance or persuasion.
- Provide patients with assistance in bathing, dressing, or grooming, demonstrating these skills as necessary.
- Participate in recreational activities with patients, including card games, sports, or television viewing.
- Maintain patients' restrictions to assigned areas. Accompany patients to and from wards for medical or dental treatments.
- Clean and disinfect rooms and furnishings to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
- Complete physical checks and monitor patients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and report observations to professional staff.
- Record and maintain patient information, such as vital signs, eating habits, behavior, and progress notes.
Sr. Nurse Aide
The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
09.2015 - 08.2017
- Provide mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients with routine physical, emotional, psychological, or rehabilitation care under the direction of nursing or medical staff.
- Work as part of a team that may include psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, or social workers. Serve meals or feed patients needing assistance or persuasion.
- Provide patients with assistance in bathing, dressing, or grooming, demonstrating these skills as necessary.
- Participate in recreational activities with patients, including card games, sports, or television viewing.
- Provide tour of unit to families and patients explaining different amenities they can utilize while at CHOP.
- Complete physical checks and monitor patients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and report observations to professional staff.
- Record and maintain patient information, such as vital signs, eating habits, behavior, and progress notes.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
St Ignatius Nursing Home
Philadelphia, PA
08.2012 - 10.2015
- Provide mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients with routine physical, emotional, psychological, or rehabilitation care under the direction of nursing or medical staff.
- Work as part of a team that may include psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurses, or social workers.
- Aid patients in becoming accustomed to hospital routine.
- Serve meals or feed patients needing assistance or persuasion.
- Provide patients with assistance in bathing, dressing, or grooming, demonstrating these skills as necessary.
- Maintain patients' restrictions to assigned areas.
- Accompany patients to and from wards for medical or dental treatments, shopping trips, or religious or recreational events.
- Clean and disinfect rooms and furnishings to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
- Complete physical checks and monitor patients to detect unusual or harmful behavior and report observations to professional staff.
- Record and maintain patient information, such as vital signs, eating habits, and behavior.
Education
BLS -
American Heart Association
Philadelphia, PA09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Philadelphia Job Corps
Philadelphia, PA05.2011
High School Diploma - undefined
Hope Charter School
Philadelphia, PA06.2009
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Document Management
- Organizational Skills
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft word
- Housekeeping
- Care plan management
- Documentation
- Behavioral support
- Home safety assessments
- Nutrition management
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Dynamic Home Care
06.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
ESHYFT Nursing Agency
04.2023 - Current
CNA
Clipboard Health
01.2020 - 03.2023
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Penn Medicine (Hospice)
04.2018 - 01.2020
Sr. Nurse Aide
The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia
09.2015 - 08.2017
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
St Ignatius Nursing Home
08.2012 - 10.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Philadelphia Job Corps
High School Diploma - undefined
Hope Charter School
BLS -
American Heart Association