Lauren Bertrand
Biddeford,ME
Summary
State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Seeks a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills, with opportunity for advancement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Andre Health Care
407 Pool St #9716
10.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
RiverRidge Center
3 Brazier Ln, Kennebunk
01.2019 - 10.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spectrum Nursing Agency
92 US-1 Suite 1, Cumberland
10.2017 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seal Rock Healthcare
88 Harbor Dr, Saco
10.2015 - 11.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Monarch Center (Kindred Healthcare)
392 Main St, Saco
10.2013 - 09.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southridge Rehab
10 May Street, Biddeford
03.2011 - 09.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kennebunk Nursing & Rehab
158 Ross Road, Kennebunk
10.2010 - 04.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Andre Health Care
407 Pool St. #9716, Biddeford
01.2009 - 10.2010
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Certified Nurses Assistant -
Biddeford Adult Education
Biddeford, Maine12.2008
High School Diploma -
Biddeford High School
Biddeford, ME06.2008
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Willingness to learn new skill sets
- Strong organization skills
- Strong ability in multitasking
- Ability to learn new skills quickly & easily
- Strong ability in multitasking
- Ability to excell in team environment
- Time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Andre Health Care
10.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
RiverRidge Center
01.2019 - 10.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spectrum Nursing Agency
10.2017 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seal Rock Healthcare
10.2015 - 11.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Monarch Center (Kindred Healthcare)
10.2013 - 09.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Southridge Rehab
03.2011 - 09.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kennebunk Nursing & Rehab
10.2010 - 04.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Andre Health Care
01.2009 - 10.2010
Certified Nurses Assistant -
Biddeford Adult Education
High School Diploma -
Biddeford High School