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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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LaToya Hutchings

Fort Worth

Summary

Compassionate CNA with extensive experience at White Settlement Nursing Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through attentive support and effective communication. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance while fostering a positive healing environment for residents with diverse needs.

Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.

Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

White Settlement Nursing Center
01.2025 - 08.2025
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.

CNA

Mira Vista Court
03.2024 - 12.2024
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.

Shift Leader

McDonald's
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment while ensuring all employees adhered to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.

Activity Director

Wedgewood Nursing and Rehab
04.2020 - 04.2022
  • Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies by maintaining accurate documentation of activity programs.
  • Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
  • Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.
  • Performed assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable.
  • Integrated cognitive stimulation techniques into daily programming for improved mental health outcomes among participants suffering from dementia or related conditions.

CNA

Lifecare of Haltom Center
03.2020 - 04.2020
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Education

Longview High
Longview, TX

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Dressing assistance
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • End-of-life care
  • Patient transfers
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Health monitoring
  • Infection control practices
  • Toileting assistance

Accomplishments

  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

CNA

White Settlement Nursing Center
01.2025 - 08.2025

CNA

Mira Vista Court
03.2024 - 12.2024

Shift Leader

McDonald's
05.2023 - 03.2024

Activity Director

Wedgewood Nursing and Rehab
04.2020 - 04.2022

CNA

Lifecare of Haltom Center
03.2020 - 04.2020

Longview High

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