Flesscia Mercer
Illinois Cancer Care
Germantown Hills,IL
1
Certification
30
years of professional experience
Dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with expertise in coordinating care for chronic conditions and patient education. Strong background in clinical decision-making and diagnosis formulation, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams.
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
3 Years 2 Months- Currently working as part of the Benign Hematology team to effectively provide care for patient with benign hematological conditions.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests, developing and implementing effective treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and medical staff to create comprehensive treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options and medical needs, enhancing their understanding of therapy alternatives.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to determine best course of action for patients.
Registered Nurse
22 Years 10 Months- Monitored patient reactions to medications and IV therapies to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Educated patients and caregivers on course of care and medication side effects in clear, understandable terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Documented treatments, medications, IVs, discharge instructions, and follow-up care to maintain accurate patient records.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Documented patient therapy details to maintain accurate records. regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
4 Years 4 Months- Worked on cardiac unit
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, side effects, and self-care strategies to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve care delivery, contributing to the overall success of clinical programs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications and therapies according to established protocols, maintaining compliance with safety standards.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
Bone marrow biopsy
Chronic disease management
Diagnostic screenings
Clinical decision making
Palliative care coordination
Preventive healthcare
Interprofessional collaboration
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Patient education
Excellent oral communication
Certification
- BLS Certified American Heart Association
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Illinois Cancer Care
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
Illinois Cancer Care
10.2000 - 08.2023Read More
Registered Nurse
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
06.1996 - 10.2000Read More
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Bradley University
Master of Science from Family Nurse Practitioner
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Illinois Central College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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