Denise Mercado
Armona,USA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with hands-on experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Technician in skilled nursing and dialysis settings. Seeking admission into a Licensed Vocational Nursing program to further develop clinical skills and continue delivering safe, patient-centered care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician (PCT) / Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
DaVita Dialysis
Hanford, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Greet and prepare patients for scheduled dialysis treatments in a clinical environment
- Cannulate patients safely and accurately to initiate dialysis treatments
- Monitor and record vital signs; perform patient rounds every 30 minutes
- Ensure patient safety, comfort, and infection control throughout treatments
- Observe patients for changes in condition and report concerns to nursing staff
- Assist with clinic operations through assigned champion roles
- Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant treatment area
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Kings Nursing and Rehabilitation
Hanford, CA
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living including feeding, toileting, dressing, and mobility
- Prepared residents for meals and daily routines
- Conducted safety checks every two hours
- Repositioned residents to prevent skin breakdown and promote comfort
- Performed nightly changes and personal hygiene care
- Responded promptly to call lights and resident needs
- Provided compassionate, respectful care while maintaining patient dignity
Field Scout / Squeeze Diver
J.G. Boswell Company
Corcoran, CA
09.2018 - 02.2023
- Conducted daily field inspections to monitor crop health and safety
- Collected soil and crop samples for laboratory testing
- Maintained accurate records and reported findings to agronomists
- Followed safety protocols while working in physically demanding conditions
- Demonstrated attention to detail, responsibility, and teamwork
Security Officer
Global Security Concepts
Hanford, CA
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Patrolled assigned areas to ensure public safety
- Responded to incidents and customer concerns professionally
- Opened and secured facilities during scheduled shifts
Team Member
Burger King
Hanford, CA
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided customer service in a fast-paced environment
- Operated cash register and handled transactions accurately
- Maintained cleanliness and food safety standards
- Assisted with training and teamwork across multiple stations
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Jamison High School
Lemoore, CASkills
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Cannulation
- Infection Control & Safety
- Patient Rounds & Observation
- Activities of Daily Living
- Compassionate Communication
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Computer Literate
- Detail-Oriented
- Multitasking & Time Management
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
Certification
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR Certification
- Security Guard Card (BSIS)
- Pepper Spray Certification
- Typing Certificate
Timeline
Patient Care Technician (PCT) / Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
DaVita Dialysis
09.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Kings Nursing and Rehabilitation
08.2023 - 09.2023
Field Scout / Squeeze Diver
J.G. Boswell Company
09.2018 - 02.2023
Security Officer
Global Security Concepts
07.2018 - 09.2018
Team Member
Burger King
07.2016 - 06.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Jamison High School