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LaToya L. Kitchen
Muskegon,MI
Summary
Attentive and focused healthcare professional with seven months of hands-on experience in hospital environments. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and families. Highly proficient in patient care, assessments, medication administration and health education.
Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load. Noted for attention to detail, work ethic and team mindedness.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Trinity Health HospitalMuskegon, Michigan
Registered Nurse
06.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Trinity Health HospitalMuskegon, Michigan
Licensed Practical Nurse
07.2022 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Trinity HealthMuskegon , MI
Student Nurse Extern-RN
01.2022 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
- Monitored each patient to meet appropriate care and document status changes.
- Communicated with patients and family members and provided updated information.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs.
Trinity Health-MuskegonMuskegon , MI
Patient Care Assistant
01.2012 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities.
Education
Muskegon Community CollegeMuskegon, MI
No Degree from Nursing
04.2023
Muskegon High SchoolMuskegon, MI
High School Diploma
05.2002
Skills
- Health and Wellness Education
- Preventive Healthcare
- Diet and Nutrition
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Patient Care Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Team Leadership
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Charting and Documentation
- Verbal and Written Communication
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Issued July 14, 2022.
- Licensed Registered Nurse - June 22, 2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Trinity Health Hospital
07.2022 - 06.2023
Student Nurse Extern-RN
Trinity Health
01.2022 - 07.2022
Patient Care Assistant
Trinity Health-Muskegon
01.2012 - 01.2022
Muskegon Community College
No Degree from Nursing
Muskegon High School
High School Diploma
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