Jennelis Mendoza
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Nursing Graduate from Eastern Florida State College. Skilled in assessment, treatment planning, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Excited to leverage my knowledge and skills to make a positive impact in a healthcare setting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student Clinical Experience
Health First
Melbourne, FL
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Shadowed nursing staff to analyze patient conditions and learn hands-on skills.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients to identify potential issues or concerns.
- Extended emotional support to patients and families.
- Assisted with admission, transfer, and discharge process for patients within healthcare facility.
- Responded promptly to call bells and addressed any immediate needs or concerns expressed by patients.
- Participated in clinical rotations in various healthcare settings, gaining experience in diverse areas of nursing practice.
- Developed strong time management skills while balancing coursework with clinical responsibilities.
- Performed CPR during emergency situations.
- Demonstrated critical thinking abilities when faced with complex patient situations or emergencies.
- Assisted with examinations, treatments and office procedures.
- Assisted with post-operative care including monitoring vitals signs or assisting patients with mobility after surgery.
- Assisted nurses in providing patient care, including taking vital signs and administering medications
Medical Assistant
Nuviva Medical Weight Loss Clinic/T-Clinics USA
Melbourne , FL
03.2022 - Current
- Responsible for rooming, charting and monitoring vital signs.
- Answered telephones, greeted patients, and assisted front office staff as needed.
- Performed EKGs, venipuncture and prepared for testing.
- Explain treatment, medications, and diets plans.
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
- Monitor and dispensed a variety of medications.
- Comforted patients and provided reassurance and encouragement.
- Trained new medical assistants on office procedures and protocols.
- Ordered supplies, medications, and equipment necessary for practice's operations.
- Support the implementation of quality assurance and control programs to guarantee proper compliance with the OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA regulations.
Wellness Counselor/Medical Assistant
Medi-Weightloss Clinics
Melbourne, FL
02.2019 - 03.2022
- Monitored clients' progress by tracking weight loss, muscle gain, and other key indicators.
- Ensures that each patient receives outstanding service by providing a friendly environment.
- Provided nutritional guidance and recommended appropriate dietary changes to support health goals.
- Conduct urinalysis, EKG, phlebotomy, vitals, body composition and communicate results to the provider/EMR.
- Orders/maintains medical supply inventory procedures and is responsible for daily restock.
- Maintains and adheres to the cleanliness of the medical environment.
- Conduct patient calls to include: care calls, slipping/dormant calls, new patient midweek calls.
- Conducts consultations and initial assessments with patients regarding the Medi-weight loss programs.
- Assists with administrative duties, answering telephones, scheduling patients.
- Motivated clients through encouragement, accountability, and celebrating successes.
Medical Assistant Student Intern
Health First Family Practice/Internal Medicine
Melbourne, FL
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Performed Practicum Experience that included all clinical/administrative responsibilities and tasks.
- Roomed patients, performed diagnostic tests, phlebotomy, EKG and patient assessment.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures by setting up instruments, suturing wounds, or applying dressings.
- Helped maintain clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with healthcare standards.
- Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing equipment and stocking necessary supplies.
- Took patient histories and vital signs to provide accurate information for healthcare providers.
Patient Observer
Health First
Melbourne, FL
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Report clear, concise, pertinent information to the charge nurse/nurse assigned to the patient that relates to the patient's condition.
- Immediately alert nursing staff of any impending safety issues.
- Remains alert during the entire shift and never leaves the patient unattended unless approved by the patient’s nurse.
- Reports to the charge nurse/nurse assigned to the patient at the beginning of each shift for expectations regarding specific behavioral and restraining instructions.
- Reports a shift summary to the charge nurse/nurse assigned to the patient at the completion of each shift.
Shift Lead
Planet Kid Daycare
Melbourne, FL
08.2016 - 03.2021
- Answer all incoming phone calls, collect deposits, fees and payments.
- Keep accident reports and Maintain confidentiality.
- Report suspect abuse to supervisor.
- Arrange the classroom environment to program goals.
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment.
- Keep all appropriate records such as records, attendance and time-sheets.
- Train and mentor new employees to bring up the speed and work with established employees to improve performance.
- Developed procedural manual for store closing to improve cleanliness and readiness for next opening.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Eastern Florida State College
Melbourne, FL08-2024
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting Advanced
Eastern Florida State College
Melbourne, FL12-2020
High School Diploma -
Eau Gallie High School
Melbourne, FL03-2015
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Phlebotomy
- EKG
- Vital signs monitoring
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), including CPR and AED, American Heart Association, October 2022 - October 2024
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, May 2024 - May 2026
Volunteer
Daily Bread: March 2024-August 2024
- Assisted in meal preparation and serving the homeless.
- Ensured compliance with FDA regulations and health department standards.
- Worked collaboratively with a diverse team of volunteers and staff.
- Assisted with providing showers, clean clothes, toiletries, shoes/socks, clean blankets and sleeping bags.
Titan 2 Titan Food Drive: Spring 2020
- Collected canned foods.
- Maintain a clean environment.
- Checking for any expired foods.
- Sorting food donations onto shelves.
- Taking inventory of any donated items.
Holmes Regional Medical Center: September 2017-February 2018
- Greet visitors and queried about their nature of business.
- Guide visitors and patients to appropriate locations within the hospital.
- Answer all incoming calls in a professional manner.
- Maintain and order front desk supplies.
- Maintain the front desk and reception area in a neat and organized fashion.
- Call for transport for patients or visitors in need of assistance.
- Checking the identity of members coming into the hospital before being able to see patients.
- Adhered to strict HIPPA guidelines at all times according to company policy.
Accomplishments
Presidents List at Eastern Florida State College: Fall and Spring of 2020
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Nursing Student Clinical Experience
Health First
01.2023 - 08.2024
Medical Assistant
Nuviva Medical Weight Loss Clinic/T-Clinics USA
03.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant Student Intern
Health First Family Practice/Internal Medicine
08.2020 - 09.2020
Wellness Counselor/Medical Assistant
Medi-Weightloss Clinics
02.2019 - 03.2022
Patient Observer
Health First
08.2018 - 08.2020
Shift Lead
Planet Kid Daycare
08.2016 - 03.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Eastern Florida State College
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting Advanced
Eastern Florida State College
High School Diploma -
Eau Gallie High School