Latoria Carswell
Quincy
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Apheresis Registered Nurse
Discovery Life Science
12.2024 - Current
- Interview donors to determine eligibility according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
- Administer multiple IVs, conduct blood draws, and perform injections to increase white blood cells.
- Educate donors on procedures and manage their clinical status during apheresis.
- Administer patient care and medication in compliance with established protocols.
- Monitor vital signs and document changes in patient conditions using electronic health records systems.
Home Care VNA Nurse
LHC Caretenders
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitor patients' vital signs and overall health status.
- Educate patients and their families on disease management and preventive care.
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Documented all care activities and patient progress accurately.
Registered Nurse
Grove Manor Assisted Living Facility/Memory Care Unit
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to deliver appropriate levels of care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assisted patients with routine recovery and mobility exercises.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA laws and prevented information breaches.
Med-Surgical Registered Nurse
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Needham
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided patient-centered care in a 73-bed acute care community hospital with a 1:5 patient ratio.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to deliver appropriate levels of care.
- Performed physical examinations, wound care, and daily care tasks such as monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, nutrition, and ambulation.
- Ensured compliance with infection prevention procedures and hospital safety guidelines.
- Serve as Charge Nurse, updating care plans and suggesting necessary revisions.
Surgical Dental Assistant
Boston University
02.2011 - 08.2020
- Assisted surgeons by performing sedations and other chair-side duties.
- Provided preoperative and postoperative care during surgeries.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Prepared radiological images to assist surgeons in identifying problem areas.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Quincy College
Quincy, MA05.2022
Skills
- Patient Assessment and Monitoring
- Wound Care and Dressing
- Medication Administration (PO, IM, IV)
- Blood Draws and Lab Sample Collection
- EKG Testing and Interpretation
- Patient and Family Education
- Infection Control and Safety Protocols
- Charge Nurse Responsibilities
- Apheresis Procedures
- HIPAA Compliance
- Epic/Meditech Software
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Direct patient care
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Massachusetts
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
Timeline
Home Care VNA Nurse
LHC Caretenders
03.2025 - 06.2025
Apheresis Registered Nurse
Discovery Life Science
12.2024 - Current
Med-Surgical Registered Nurse
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Needham
04.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
Grove Manor Assisted Living Facility/Memory Care Unit
02.2023 - 08.2024
Surgical Dental Assistant
Boston University
02.2011 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Quincy College