Andrea Mefferd
Perrysburg
Summary
Successful nursing professional with 20+ years experience in both inpatient and outpatient environments. Gives the best, most personal care to patients utilizing the core measures of Mercy Health. Maintains the dignity of patients and acts as a patient advocate to guarantee a positive experience, and outcome for all patients.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
RN- PreOp
Mercy St. Charles Hospital
Oregon
04.2012 - Current
- Review and complete pre-operative testing and report abnormals prior to surgery.
- Prepare the patient for surgical procedure as specified by the surgeon.
- Delivered supportive care to patients preoperatively, ensuring comfort and understanding.
- Teach patient about the surgical expectations and process.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance schedule efficiency.
- Took on Charge Nurse responsibilities during shifts, overseeing team operations and patient care.
- Managed timekeeping records for payroll processing.
- Orientation of new employees
RN- Med-Surg
Mercy St. Charles Hospital
Oregon
01.2001 - 04.2012
- Collaborated with team to provide personalized patient care.
- Took on Charge Nurse duties to lead team and manage patient care.
- Oriented new employees and guided student nurses in clinical practices.
- Participated in the peer interview process for hiring new employees.
- Assisted with organizing and operating Med-Surg skills lab.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Mercy College of Northwest Ohio
Toledo, OhSkills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Medication knowledge
- Patient education
- Process Improvement
- Staff training
- Assessment skills
- Organization skills
- Prioritization skills
- Communication skills
Timeline
RN- PreOp
Mercy St. Charles Hospital
04.2012 - Current
RN- Med-Surg
Mercy St. Charles Hospital
01.2001 - 04.2012
Associate Degree - Nursing
Mercy College of Northwest Ohio