Andrea Merchant
Forest,OH
Summary
Dedicated professional with several years of experience caring for patients. Well-versed in joint commission standards and typical hospital procedures focused on maximizing patient safety and maintaining strict cost controls. Highly organized and proactive in managing patient needs.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Blanchard Valley Healthsystem
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with providers to ensure adequate patient care
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- I manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- I utilize an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
Staff Nurse
Arrow Healthcare
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Administer medications and perform nursing treatments including dressing changes
- Enhance patient care through continuous monitoring and support
- Designed personalized instructional approaches based on individual patient necessities
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
Staff Nurse
AYA Healthcare
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted patients with daily needs to recover from illness
- Administer medications and nursing treatments like dressing changes
- Recorded patient progress notes and medication details precisely
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
Staff Nurse
Wyandot Memorial Hospital
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Provided daily care to patients recovering from illness
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
Staff Nurse
Fairhaven
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Participate in medical treatments and dressing changes
- Assisted patients with daily needs for enhanced independence
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Monitored medications administered with accuracy
Home Health Aide
Community Health Partnership-honduras
Ada, Ohio
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
Technician
Hardin Memorial Health
Kenton, Ohio
12.1999 - 12.2014
- Attended conferences and seminars related to physical therapy topics for professional development purposes.
- Communicated with other physical therapy staff to discuss patient progress and potentially modify treatment.
- Conducted therapy exercises for patients
- Assisted in the preparation of patient treatment plans and supervised physical therapy sessions.
- Provided physical therapy treatment utilizing therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfers and positioning techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Nursing
Ohio University
01.2022
Associate's In Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Owen's Community College
12.2018
High School Graduation -
Riverdale High School
Skills
- Computer Skills
- Communication
- Time Management
- Patient Education
- Medication Administration
- Infection control measures
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound Care
- Diabetes management
- Wound care management
Certification
- NIHSS
- Chemo Therapy
- BLS
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Blanchard Valley Healthsystem
06.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse
Arrow Healthcare
01.2023 - 06.2023
Staff Nurse
AYA Healthcare
01.2022 - 08.2022
Staff Nurse
Wyandot Memorial Hospital
06.2019 - 03.2022
Staff Nurse
Fairhaven
03.2019 - 06.2019
Home Health Aide
Community Health Partnership-honduras
06.2017 - 12.2017
Technician
Hardin Memorial Health
12.1999 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Applied Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate's In Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Owen's Community College
High School Graduation -
Riverdale High School
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