Latisha Hunnicutt

Compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse with over a decade of experience delivering patient-centered care across acute, long-term, correctional, and emergency settings. Adept at managing complex clinical situations, mentoring healthcare staff, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to improve patient outcomes. Background in biology and veterinary care enhances holistic understanding of health and wellness. Recognized for clinical excellence, leadership, and unwavering dedication to patient advocacy.

• Registered Nurse – State of South Carolina
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
• Heartsaver CPR AED – American Heart Association

• (Prior to Nursing Career – Demonstrates foundational medical and behavioral care skills)
• Brevard Zoo – Melbourne, FL Animal Keeper II 2000 – 2002
• Provided daily husbandry, enrichment, and medical support for diverse animal species including hoof stock, primates, and carnivores.
• Trained new staff on USDA/APHIS, OSHA, and HAZMAT compliance.
• Participated in animal captures, restraint, medication administration, and necropsy assistance.
• Contributed to research projects with the Zoo Pathology Department.
• Statewide Veterinary Services – Port St. John, FL Veterinary Assistant 2001 – 2002
• Assisted veterinarian with equine care, surgical procedures, and medication administration.
• Maintained a privately owned equine facility.
• Live Oak Veterinary Associates – Moultrie, GA Veterinary Technician 2008
• Recorded patient histories, assisted in diagnostics and surgical procedures, and administered treatments.
• Operated and maintained medical equipment including cardiac monitors and x-ray machines.
• Wild Adventures – Valdosta, GA Animal Keeper & Technician 1997 – 1999
• Cared for exotic and domestic animals, educated guests, and supported veterinary procedures.
• Conducted behavioral observations and participated in public presentations and feedings.

• Conducted field research on the diet of Gambusia affinis (mosquito killifish) under Dr. David Bechler, Head of Biology Department, Valdosta State University.
• Participated in specimen handling and reporting for zoo pathology research projects.