Erin J Fortier
Berlin,NH
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Nursing Assistant with proven expertise at Coos County Nursing Home, enhancing patient care through effective vital signs monitoring and emotional support. Recognized for improving patient satisfaction and fostering strong relationships with families, while adhering to regulatory compliance and infection control standards. Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-focused care.
Healthcare professional, skilled in delivering compassionate patient care and supporting medical staff. Proven track record in maintaining patient comfort, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols. Known for reliability, effective communication, and ability to adapt to dynamic healthcare environments with focus on teamwork and results-driven outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Coos County Nursing Home
Berlin, NH
02.2011 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily activities, enhancing comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes for nursing staff review.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, fostering positive resident relationships.
- Trained new staff on resident care procedures and safety protocols.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy of patient records.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Fostered strong relationships with patients'' families through clear communication and empathetic support during difficult times.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity in a supportive environment.
- Provided exceptional support for patients requiring specialized care, such as those with dementia or complex medical conditions.
- Maintained a calm and comforting atmosphere for patients experiencing anxiety or distress, utilizing effective communication techniques.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by diligently documenting pertinent patient updates for incoming colleagues.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts with skilled assistance in physical therapy exercises and mobility training for optimal recovery.
- Reduced the risk of infection by maintaining strict adherence to hygiene protocols and infection control measures.
- Improved patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate and attentive care to diverse populations.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring, accurate documentation, and timely reporting of health concerns.
- Ensured continuity of care by providing thorough updates during shift changes and maintaining detailed records of patient progress.
- Upheld regulatory compliance standards by consistently following facility policies, procedures, and licensure requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Promoted patient comfort by promptly addressing pain management needs in collaboration with nursing staff.
- Championed holistic wellness approaches within the LNA scope of practice to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Advanced quality improvement initiatives through active participation in educational opportunities, team meetings, and performance evaluations.
- Streamlined care delivery processes by effectively prioritizing tasks based on urgency and complexity.
- Boosted morale among nursing team members by fostering a collaborative work environment and offering peer mentorship support.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Berlin High School
Berlin, NH06.1997
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Dressing assistance
- Patient support
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Feeding assistance
- Safety management
- Transfer techniques
- Healthcare ethics
- Mobility assistance
- Ambulation assistance
- Emotional resilience
- Supply restocking
- Care plan adherence
- Regulatory compliance
- Advanced directives
- Range of motion exercise
- Toileting assistance
- Vitals documentation
- Nursing support
- Hygiene assistance
- Patient and family communication
- Ambulation
- Range of motion exercises
- Resident care standards
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Vital signs
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Direct patient care
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Recording vital signs
- CNA certification
- Patient-focused care
- Collecting vital signs
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Activities of daily living ADL support
- Calm under stress
- Dementia care
- Heavy lifting
- Supporting personal needs
- Catheter care
- Relationship building
- Clinical documentation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Patient care quality
- Patient observation
- Bedside manner
- Patient relationship building
- Emotional support
- Electronic charting
- Pain management
- Documenting behaviors
- Team building
- Family communication
- Patient positioning
- Emotional and social support
- Task prioritization
- Specimen collection
- Personal care aide
- Room cleaning and restocking
- Responding to emergencies
- Blood sugar monitoring
- Self motivation
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Oral hygiene
Certification
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Medication Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Licensed Nursing Assistant
Coos County Nursing Home
02.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
Berlin High School