Erin Poirier
Endoscopy technician
Concord nh.,NH
Summary
Dedicated LNA and Endoscopy Technician with 10 years of experience at Elliot Hospital, excelling in patient care and collaboration. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and satisfaction through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail. Skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining endoscopic equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards while supporting medical staff during procedures.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Lna/endoscopy Technician
Elliot Hospital
01.2014 - Current
- Advanced skillset through participation in specialized trainings on various types of endoscopic equipment, broadening capabilities as a technician.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses to develop individualized patient care plans focused on maximizing comfort and minimizing anxiety levels.
- Improved patient comfort during endoscopic procedures by providing attentive care and maintaining a calming environment.
- Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
- Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
- Ensured timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with scope insertions, biopsies, and polypectomies.
- Prepared patients for procedures to assist doctors, nurses and support staff.
- Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
- Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.
- Supported physicians and nursing staff during procedures.
- Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff by preparing for patient procedures.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement initiatives within the department, participating in regular staff meetings focused on enhancing performance standards.
- Assisted medical staff by preparing patients for procedures.
- Streamlined workflow within the endoscopy unit by effectively coordinating room schedules and ensuring prompt turnaround times between procedures.
- Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics and applying necessary monitoring equipment.
- Prepared for upcoming procedures by effectively setting up and tearing down rooms.
- Setup patient charts and documented information while ensuring confidentiality.
- Closely followed surgical schedules to sanitize and asses recovery rooms.
- Completed tasks to assist medical staffs during procedures.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by adhering to strict HIPAA guidelines when handling sensitive medical information.
- Enhanced team knowledge by participating in educational workshops, staying current with latest endoscopic techniques.
- Reduced procedure times by efficiently setting up and breaking down procedure rooms.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and clear communication before and after procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Retrieved and disposed of specimens according to established protocols.
- Assist patients w daily life activities
- Work with pre/post operations patients.
- Lna in nursing home for 10
Education
LNA License , Med Tech Certificate - Health Care
Memorial Highschool
Manchester, NHSkills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Written/Verbal communication
- Troubleshooting
- Documentation and reporting
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Customer interaction
- Heavy lifting
- Deadline oriented
- OSHA compliance
- Issue resolution
- Staff education and training
- Work well with people
- Hard working
Timeline
Lna/endoscopy Technician
Elliot Hospital
01.2014 - Current
LNA License , Med Tech Certificate - Health Care
Memorial Highschool
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