Douglas Latella
Hamden,CT
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented nursing graduate with proven ability to provide effective patient care. Passionate about educating patients and their families to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Clinical experience in a variety of patient populations including: geriatric, adult, pediatric, and critical care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Ready to be a valuable addition to your team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Associate - Pedi Neuro
Yale New Haven Health System
New Haven, CT
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed my medical and nursing staff.
- Assisted with patient transfers and ambulation.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Addiction Counselor
Recovery at Wildwood Farms
Madison, CT
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Partnered with clients to inspire and help maintain positive life changes.
- Maintained clinical documentation for each case with detailed and timely updates.
- Delivered therapeutic support to patients dealing with substance abuse, addiction, and mental health issues.
- Monitored medication compliance among those prescribed psychotropic medications.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
Branford, CT
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted pharmacists in compounding sterile products according to state regulations.
- Managed filing of prescriptions, both electronically and manually.
- Maintained daily inventory of pharmaceuticals and ensured proper storage conditions.
- Prepared medications for dispensing by counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying doses.
Home Health Aide
Branford/Guilford VNA
Guilford, CT
01.2018 - 02.2021
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Assisted in ambulation and exercise routines for clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT01-2024
Associate of Science - Biology
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT01-2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT01-2021
Skills
- Multitasking & Organization
- Wound care
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Patient Education
- Aseptic technique
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Surgical care
- Care Plan Implementation
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- BLS/CPR (CodeOne)
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (2024)
- OSHA BBP
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patient Care Associate - Pedi Neuro
Yale New Haven Health System
01.2023 - Current
Addiction Counselor
Recovery at Wildwood Farms
02.2022 - 11.2022
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
11.2021 - 04.2022
Home Health Aide
Branford/Guilford VNA
01.2018 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Connecticut State University
Associate of Science - Biology
Gateway Community College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Gateway Community College