Ariana Mercadel
New Orleans,US
Summary
I am a passionate and dedicated registered nurse with 6 years of experience in critical care, primarily in the field of neurology. I have experiences working in fast-paced and high-stress environments, providing expert care to patients in need and honing my skills in managing acute and complex patient situations to provide the best possible care. In addition to my nursing background, I also hold a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, which has allowed me to further enhance my knowledge and skills in the healthcare field.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff RN, Interventional Radiology
LCMC Health
02.2024 - Current
- Assist physicians with invasive and noninvasive diagnostic procedures in imaging department.
- Proficiently start IVs to provide adequate access for patient undergoing procedures in imaging department.
- Safely administer sedation medication during procedures to allow for comfort and safest outcome for patient.
- Cardiac monitoring of patients while undergoing sedation and procedures and react knowledgeably to emergent situations.
- Knowledge of how to safely operate emergency equipment and supplies.
- Detailed and accurate documenting of medications given, procedures performed, and patient reactions in electronic medical record.
Travel RN Neuro ICU
Wellstar North Fulton
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Implemented evidence based practice guidelines into everyday practice within Neuro ICU unit
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to postoperative neurosurgical patients having undergone invasive, life-saving procedures including wound management and pain control
- Demonstrated exceptional communication and collaboration skills while providing care for critically ill patients in critical care setting serving patients with neurological disorders
- Evaluated discharge plans for appropriateness prior to patient departure from unit
- Provided emotional support for families dealing with difficult situations or diagnoses.
School Nurse
Warren Easton Charter High School
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Vision and hearing screenings according to state mandated grade levels
- Documentation of care administered consistent with and for Medicaid billing
- Implemented emergency protocols in response to medical emergencies or illnesses at school
- Provided first aid treatments for minor injuries sustained during recess or sports activities
- Collaborated with pharmacists to ensure proper medication administration practices were followed
- Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
Contract RN, Neuroscience ICU & Stepdown
St. Tammany Parish Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with pharmacists to ensure proper medication administration practices were followed.
- Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures.
- Documented patient assessment findings and responses to nursing intervention to progress toward problem resolution.
Labor And Delivery RN
LCMC Health
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle habits among expecting mothers through health education classes.
- Facilitated family bonding by providing support for parents after birth of their child.
- Made appropriate interventions by reading and interpreting fetal heart monitors.
Travel RN, Organ Recovery ICU
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Organ Recovery Center: Critical Care RN managing care of brain-dead donor patients for optimization of organ function and preparation for transplantation
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or chronic illnesses requiring specialized knowledge of disease management principles.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks such as line placement, bronchoscopy, and pre surgical assessments.
Crisis Response RN - ICU
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Medical & Surgical ICU, COVID ICU
- Utilized sound judgment to make critical decisions in emergency scenarios.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for critically ill patients.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary rounds and shared pertinent information regarding patient's condition with attending physicians.
Travel RN Neuro ICU
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects
- Promoted healthy lifestyle habits among expecting mothers through health education classes
- Facilitated family bonding by providing support for parents after birth of their child
- Made appropriate interventions by reading and interpreting fetal heart monitors
- Organ Recovery Center: Critical Care RN managing care of brain-dead donor patients for optimization of organ function and preparation for transplantation
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or chronic illnesses requiring specialized knowledge of disease management principles
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks
- Medical & Surgical ICU, COVID ICU
- Utilized sound judgment to make critical decisions in emergency scenarios
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for critically ill patients
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary rounds and shared pertinent information regarding patient's condition with attending physicians
- Relief Charge, New Employee Preceptor
- Performed complete physical assessments including vital signs, neurological exams and laboratory tests
- Provided individualized patient care by assessing, planning and implementing nursing interventions in the Neurological Unit
- Acted as a preceptor for newly hired nurses, orienting them to the unit's policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse, ICU
New Orleans East Hospital
06.2020 - 04.2021
- Medical ICU
- Conducted patient assessment, prioritizing data collection based on patient condition or needs.
- Obtained specimens and performed EKG tests using proper techniques and procedures.
- Performed physical examinations to make tentative diagnoses.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, medications, nutrition requirements, pain management strategies.
Travel RN, ICU
Houston Methodist Sugar Land
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Medical & Surgical ICU
- Management of critically ill patients suffering from COVID-19 and other critical illness
- Recovering post operative patients while monitoring for bleeding, side effects, and deterioration in status
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs.
- Inspected wounds, changed dressings, and monitored patients' overall wellbeing.
- Evaluated responses to treatments and interventions; documented changes in condition or response to therapies appropriately.
Critical Care Staff Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
06.2018 - 05.2020
- Neuroscience Critical Care Unit
- Implement physician's orders; administer medications, start IVs, perform treatments, procedures and special tests and document treatment as required by company policy and local, state, federal rules, and regulations
- Provide emergency and life sustaining care for critically ill patients, occupational and nonoccupational injuries, traumatic brain injuries and illnesses, and perform high intensity therapies and interventions
- Perform complex assessments, employ critical thinking and effective time management, and apply sound nursing judgment in emergent cases in order to provide the best patient outcome.
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dillard University
New Orleans07.2013
Skills
- Accurate Documentation
- Safety Measures
- Patient Interaction
- EPIC
- Quality Control Procedures
- HIPAA Compliance
- Infection Control Procedures
- Treatment Recommendations
- IV Administration
- Nursing Process
Certification
- LA - RN161501
- CA - 95307895
- ACLS - American Heart Association
- BLS - American Heart Association
- NIHSS
Timeline
Staff RN, Interventional Radiology
LCMC Health
02.2024 - Current
Travel RN Neuro ICU
Wellstar North Fulton
06.2023 - 09.2023
Contract RN, Neuroscience ICU & Stepdown
St. Tammany Parish Hospital
01.2023 - 03.2023
School Nurse
Warren Easton Charter High School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Labor And Delivery RN
LCMC Health
07.2022 - 11.2022
Travel RN, Organ Recovery ICU
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
03.2022 - 06.2022
Crisis Response RN - ICU
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2021
Travel RN Neuro ICU
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2021
Travel RN, ICU
Houston Methodist Sugar Land
08.2020 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse, ICU
New Orleans East Hospital
06.2020 - 04.2021
Critical Care Staff Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
06.2018 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dillard University