Laura Gerry
Cornish,ME
Summary
Compassionate Assisted Living Administrator with strong background in senior care management, staff leadership and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated skills in developing effective care plans, managing budgets, and facilitating resident-family meetings to ensure satisfaction. Have made significant improvements in enhancing quality of life for residents while adhering to industry standards and regulations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Director
The Landing at Cape Elizabeth
Cape Elizabeth, Maine
10.2019 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with state regulations and quality standards.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, evaluated, coached, and managed staff members to ensure success in achieving their goals.
- Assisted in developing budgets for each departmental unit within the organization.
- Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational and departmental issues.
- Improved profitability by accurately maintaining P&L to meet prime fiscal responsibility.
Assistant Director of Health Services
Scarborough Terrace
Scarborough, Maine
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Coordinated health services programs for residents at a senior living community.
- Managed staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and patient support.
- Developed training materials for staff on health service protocols and procedures.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and resident families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address resident health concerns effectively.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback on areas of strength and areas needing improvement.
- Developed protocols for responding to medical emergencies within the facility.
Memory Care Coordinator
Piper Shores
Scarborough, Maine
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for residents with memory challenges.
- Trained and supervised staff on best practices in memory care techniques.
- Facilitated communication between families and staff regarding resident needs and progress.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor resident health and emotional well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive resident care.
- Participated in team meetings regarding resident care plans and needs assessment reviews.
Charge Nurse
Fryeburg Health Care Center
Fryeburg, Maine
04.2015 - 05.2017
- Managed patient assessments and developed individualized care plans effectively.
- Led team meetings to discuss patient care strategies and improvements regularly.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize treatment plans efficiently.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
Nurse Manager
Portland Center for Assisted Living
Portland, Maine
01.2013 - 04.2015
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules to meet patient needs and maintain adequate coverage.
- Managed patient admissions and discharge processes for smooth transitions.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and safety standards consistently.
- Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
Corrections Nurse
Carroll County Department of Corrections
Ossipee, New Hampshire
04.2012 - 04.2013
- Administered medications to inmates as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Conducted health assessments and monitored inmates' vital signs regularly.
- Assisted in developing health protocols for the correctional facility.
- Responded to medical emergencies, providing immediate care and support.
- Conducted initial assessments of new inmates upon admission into the correctional facility.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for each inmate based on their medical history and current condition.
Education
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME05-2019
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - LPN
Intercoast Career Institute
South Portland, ME03-2012
Skills
- Budget and P&L management
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff training and development
- Operations oversight
- Quality assurance
- Healthcare protocols
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Community engagement
- Medication administration
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care
- Patient care coordination
Certification
- Residential Care Administrator Maine RCA2739 11/30/2020 EXP: 6/30/2026
- Licensed Practical Nurse Maine LPN13329 4/3/2012 EXP: 5/17/2027
Timeline
Executive Director
The Landing at Cape Elizabeth
10.2019 - Current
Assistant Director of Health Services
Scarborough Terrace
04.2018 - 10.2019
Memory Care Coordinator
Piper Shores
06.2017 - 04.2018
Charge Nurse
Fryeburg Health Care Center
04.2015 - 05.2017
Nurse Manager
Portland Center for Assisted Living
01.2013 - 04.2015
Corrections Nurse
Carroll County Department of Corrections
04.2012 - 04.2013
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Southern Maine Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - LPN
Intercoast Career Institute
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