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Taina Armand-Lataillade
Delray Beach,FL
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Summary
Dedicated adult protective services professional with a strong track record of safeguarding vulnerable adults through meticulous investigations and comprehensive support. Recognized for fostering collaborative teamwork that consistently leads to positive outcomes, while demonstrating exceptional adaptability and reliability in fast-paced environments. Expertise in critical thinking and empathetic communication enhances the ability to navigate complex situations effectively. Proven capability to thrive in remote settings, managing workloads efficiently with minimal supervision.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Protective Investigator
Department of Children and Family Services
Palm Beach, FL
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted thorough investigations into reports of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable adults.
- Conducted thorough examination of medical records and financial documents to identify and record critical information relevant to the investigation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive service plans for at-risk individuals.
- Evaluated safety and living conditions of clients through site visits and interviews with family members.
- Documented findings in detailed reports, ensuring compliance with state regulations and agency policies.
- Provided resource information and referrals to clients and families for community-based services and support.
- Trained new investigators on case management procedures and investigative protocols to enhance team effectiveness.
Biological Scientist
Florida Department Of Health In Broward County
Broward, FL
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Engaged with documented COVID-19 patients and other exposed persons to provide support and information via phone calls, text messages, emails, and multiple communication channels.
- Analyzed and confirmed coronavirus cases, ensuring accurate documentation of potentially affected contacts to support public health efforts.
- Created comprehensive informational materials to enhance understanding of isolation policies and quarantine protocols.
- Performed record keeping by logging client information within secure contact-tracing software.
- Delivered educational sessions to promote positive parenting practices among individuals and families.
Patient Care Assistant
Aventura Hospital
Miami, FL
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with nursing staff to monitor patient vital signs and report changes in condition.
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Tracked and documented patient dietary intake while providing support for individualized nutrition plans aimed at improving health outcomes.
- Analyzed and communicated changes in vital signs for 20 patients every 4 hours, enhancing patient care through effective collaboration with nursing and physician teams.
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and mobility support.
Administrative Assistant
AdventHealth
Tampa, FL
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Managed office inventory by restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded over 50 incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency and quality service and increased them by 10%
- Coordinated administrative tasks to support efficient office operations.
- Managed scheduling for meetings and appointments, ensuring optimal use of time.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Biomedical Sciences, Public Health
University Of South Florida
Tampa, FL05.2017
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Barry University
Miami, FL05-2024
Skills
- Patient Care
- Care Planning
- Organizational skills
- Office administration
- Spreadsheet management
- Experiment Development
- Clinical Research
- Client advocacy
- Assertiveness
- Legal compliance
- Investigative skills
- Interviewing techniques
- Assessing healthcare documentation
- Analyzing medical records
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of five staff members.
- Involved in mentoring and training new staff members
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Languages
French
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Adult Protective Investigator
Department of Children and Family Services
08.2021 - Current
Biological Scientist
Florida Department Of Health In Broward County
04.2021 - 07.2021
Patient Care Assistant
Aventura Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
Administrative Assistant
AdventHealth
07.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelors of Science - Biomedical Sciences, Public Health
University Of South Florida
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Barry University