Letitia Renee Carter
Glen Burnie,MD
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in serving chronically ill patients. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient-focused care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety, reducing fall incidents through effective positioning techniques. A reliable team player dedicated to delivering high-quality support and fostering a supportive environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center
Washington DC
04.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with nursing staff to deliver comprehensive patient care, prioritizing comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate patient records, enhancing communication among staff members.
- Coordinated assistance with daily activities, ensuring patient comfort and wellbeing.
- Evaluated patient health by checking and logging vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Monitored call lights and enhanced patient safety and comfort by effectively adjusting bed rails and necessary equipment.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Tech
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
Clinton, MD
07.2020 - 04.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Conducted continuous monitoring of vital signs and efficiently reported alterations to nursing staff for immediate attention.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans effectively.
- Provided compassionate guidance and support to patients and families navigating recovery challenges.
- Monitored call lights and enhanced patient safety and comfort by effectively adjusting bed rails and necessary equipment.
- Performed consistent monitoring of patients' physical and mental health to ensure optimal care throughout shifts.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Serenity Rehabilitation and Health Center
Washington, DC
01.2017 - 07.2020
- Collaborated with nursing staff to deliver comprehensive patient care, prioritizing comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Tech
United Medical Center D.C
Washington, DC
08.2008 - 01.2017
- Provided high-quality support to residents in assisted living facility to ensure their well-being and comfort.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of patient vitals, focusing on temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels for accurate health assessments.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Executed essential personal care tasks, such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding, to maintain patient dignity and well-being.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Developed and executed mobility programs to promote independence in patients using walking exercises and mobility aids.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and group living spaces to enhance comfort and safety.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carolyn Boone Lewis Health and Rehabilitation Center D.C.
Washington, DC
04.2005 - 08.2008
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Assessed patient vitals by measuring temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels for comprehensive health evaluation.
- Monitored call lights and promptly relayed changes in patient conditions to nursing personnel, ensuring effective team collaboration and patient care.
- Assessed and responded to resident needs in assisted living environment, delivering tailored assistance and fostering a supportive community.
Education
High School Diploma - All Major Subjects
Suitland High School
Suitland, MD06-1983
Skills
Reliable team player
Patient care
HIPAA compliance
Bathing assistance
Compassionate
Vital signs monitoring
Dressing assistance
Bedside manner
Electronic charting
Mobility assistance
Patient-focused care
Feeding assistance
Positioning patients
Patient lifting
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center
04.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Tech
Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital
07.2020 - 04.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Serenity Rehabilitation and Health Center
01.2017 - 07.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Tech
United Medical Center D.C
08.2008 - 01.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carolyn Boone Lewis Health and Rehabilitation Center D.C.
04.2005 - 08.2008
High School Diploma - All Major Subjects
Suitland High School