Shanika Latour
Miami,FL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nursing student seeking a Nurse Residency position at Jackson North Medical Center with a strong interest in Labor & Delivery and Postpartum care. Clinically trained in maternal-child health, acute care, emergency, and critical care settings. Committed to providing safe, culturally competent, patient-centered nursing care while positively impacting patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Emergency Department (90 Hours)
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
Miami, FL
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Delivered rapid assessment and direct patient care in a high-acuity Emergency Room setting, assisting with triage, wound care, IV insertion, medication administration, and cardiac monitoring under RN supervision.
Intensive Care Unit (90 Hours)
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
Miami, FL
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in emergency interventions and interdisciplinary care, participating in code responses, interpreting ECG rhythms and lab results, and delivering patient and family-centered care in high-acuity settings.
Psychiatric Mental Health Unit (90 Hours)
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
Miami, FL
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Used effective communication and de-escalation techniques while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to promote patient safety, emotional stability, and individualized care planning.
Neonatal ICU (18 Hours)
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
Miami, FL
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Skilled neonatal assessments, respiratory support, feeding methods (NG/OG), thermoregulation, and strict infection-control practices.
Postpartum/Labor and Delivery Units (72 Hours)
HCA Florida University Hospital
Davie, FL
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted with care of mothers and newborns in Labor & Delivery, newborn assessments, monitoring fetal heart tones, and supporting vaginal and cesarean deliveries.
- Provided postpartum care including vital sign monitoring, fundal and lochia assessments, breastfeeding support and newborn care.
Medical-Surgical Telemetry (120 Hours)
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
Miami, FL
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Monitored vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and patient status and strengthened assessment skills. Continuation and evaluation of established patient care.
Medical-Surgical Unit (90 Hours)
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
Miami, FL
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Initiated and maintained IV therapy, applied ECG leads, and provided ostomy care. Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to implement care plans, prioritize multiple patients, ensure patient safety, and deliver education to promote recovery and discharge readiness.
Rehabilitation Unit (90 Hours)
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
Miami, FL
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Attended to daily needs of patients which included rehabilitation exercises, making beds, personal hygiene and feeding.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Galen College of Nursing
Pembroke Pines, FL06-2026
Nursing Coursework Completed -
West Coast University
Doral, FL10-2023
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organized and efficient
- Vital signs & patient care assessments
- Infection control & safety practices
- Time management & prioritization
- EMR documentation
- Compassion and empathy
- Bilingual: English & Haitian Creole
- Medical terminology
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Volunteer Experience
Azure Shores Rehabilitation Center - Miami, FL November 2024 - April 2025
- Assisted in patient assessments and monitored vital signs to ensure consistent care quality.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families, enhancing overall patient experience and satisfaction.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights, supported nursing staff with clerical tasks, and maintained unit organization.
Timeline
Adult Emergency Department (90 Hours)
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
01.2026 - 03.2026
Intensive Care Unit (90 Hours)
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
10.2025 - 12.2025
Psychiatric Mental Health Unit (90 Hours)
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
10.2025 - 12.2025
Neonatal ICU (18 Hours)
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
08.2025 - 09.2025
Postpartum/Labor and Delivery Units (72 Hours)
HCA Florida University Hospital
07.2025 - 08.2025
Medical-Surgical Telemetry (120 Hours)
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
04.2025 - 06.2025
Medical-Surgical Unit (90 Hours)
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
01.2025 - 03.2025
Rehabilitation Unit (90 Hours)
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -
Galen College of Nursing
Nursing Coursework Completed -
West Coast University