Lori Cordeiro
Portland,ME
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience at Maine Medical Center, delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring HIPAA compliance. Recognized for enhancing patient comfort and safety through effective communication and monitoring vital signs. A reliable team player dedicated to promoting independence and dignity in all aspects of care.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
City of Portland (Barron Center)
Portland, ME
08.2015 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seaside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Portland, ME
01.2003 - 08.2015
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maine Veteran's Home
Scarborough, ME
01.1999 - 08.2003
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maine Medical Center
Portland, ME
01.1996 - 11.1999
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Adapted care practices to meet needs of diverse patient populations, ensuring culturally sensitive care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Certified Nursing Assistant
City of Portland (Barron Center)
Portland, ME
1994 - 1998
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
No Degree - Radiography
SMCC
South Portland, ME01-2028
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate caregiver
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
City of Portland (Barron Center)
08.2015 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Seaside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2003 - 08.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maine Veteran's Home
01.1999 - 08.2003
Certified Nursing Assistant
Maine Medical Center
01.1996 - 11.1999
Certified Nursing Assistant
City of Portland (Barron Center)
1994 - 1998
No Degree - Radiography
SMCC