Judith Mercado
Cathedral City,California
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with a strong background in mental health and acute dialysis care across various hospital and behavioral health settings. Proficient in conducting patient assessments, crisis intervention, and employing therapeutic communication techniques. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver top-notch care and achieve optimal patient outcomes. Known for reliability, adaptability, and a steadfast commitment to patient-centered care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
11.2024 - Current
- Gain high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients prior to initiating hemodialysis, ensuring readiness and safety minimizing risks of complications.
- Administer hemodialysis treatments to patients with acute and chronic renal failure, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Closely monitor hemodynamic parameters, such as vitals, during dialysis sessions, making necessary adjustments based on individual patient needs.
- Recognize changes in each patient's condition and adjust dialysis treatments as needed.
- Ensure compliance with infection control standards by maintaining a clean environment and adhering to proper sterilization techniques when handling equipment.
- Maintain timely documentation of all treatments provided, supporting accurate billing processes and facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers.
- Collaborate with nephrologists and medical staff to implement individualized dialysis treatments to ensure high-quality patient care
- Educate patients and families on dialysis processes, addressing concerns and enhancing understanding.
- Provide compassionate nursing care to patients undergoing dialysis treatments, fostering a supportive environment.
Certified Peer Support Specialist
RUHS-Behavioral Health
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Delivered a variety of peer support services to seniors in recovery via one-on-one sessions or in a group setting
- Drew upon own personal recovery experience as a basis for engagement with clients while validating their lived experiences
- Communicated, represented and promoted the client perspective within the mental health system
- Advocated for clients through collaborative relationships with agencies and organizations
- Promoted self-advocacy and independence in clients
- Facilitated Planning for Success, Wellness and Empowerment in Life and Living and Art Therapy groups with some being delivered in English and in Spanish
- Coordinated and consult with Wellness and other program team members regarding client needs and their recovery progress
- Documented services rendered in ELMR
Peer Support Specialist
RUHS-Behavioral Health
12.2016 - 02.2023
- Delivered a variety of peer support services to seniors in recovery via one-on-one sessions or in a group setting
- Drew upon own personal recovery experience as a basis for engagement with clients while validating their lived experiences
- Communicated, represented and promoted the client perspective within the mental health system
- Advocated for clients through collaborative relationships with agencies and organizations
- Promoted self-advocacy and independence in clients
- Facilitated Life Skills I, Advanced Life Skills, WRAP, Recovery Management, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Art Therapy groups with some being delivered in English and in Spanish
- Coordinated and consulted with Wellness and other team members regarding client needs and their recovery progress
- Documented services rendered in ELMR
Peer Support Specialist
RUHS-Behavioral Health
03.2016 - 12.2016
- Delivered peer support services to seniors participating in a full-service partnership program
- Exemplified recovery principles in order to show by example that recovery is possible
- Participated in activities such as case management and client advocacy to assist clients meet and articulate their needs
- Utilized a comprehensive resource guide and educated clients about these resources and other local community supports
- Provided clients that are homeless with affordable housing assistance
- Worked collaboratively with SMART team and managed multiple priorities, utilizing effective time management skills
- Co-facilitated Life Skills I and Co-Occurring Disorder Groups
- Traveled locally to provide outreach to members out in the community
- Documented services rendered in ELMR
Registered Nurse
Princeton House Behavioral Health
07.2006 - 10.2013
- Detected eating disorders in individuals through routine assessments of vital signs, weight, and dietary/eating trends
- Identified destructive eating patterns and physical presentations of an eating disorder
- Monitored nutritional status, electrolyte balance, weight, and activity, while keeping watch over diuretic and laxative use
- Provided direct physical care to patients including administration of medications and nutritional treatments
- Established goals to ensure patients maintained awareness, practiced healthy coping techniques, and adopted a positive body image and sense of self-worth
- Coordinated and consulted with an interdisciplinary treatment team regarding patient needs and their recovery progress
- Collaborated with patients as well as their families by developing a plan of care including meal plans and reduction of ED behaviors
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Newark, New Jersey05.2006
Skills
- Patient Assessment and Education
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Organization and Prioritization
- Time Management Skills
- Therapeutic Communication
- Psychiatric Nursing
Certification
- Registered Nurse, California Board of Nursing, 95393576
- Basic Life Support (BLS), The American Heart Association
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita
11.2024 - Current
Certified Peer Support Specialist
RUHS-Behavioral Health
02.2023 - 11.2024
Peer Support Specialist
RUHS-Behavioral Health
12.2016 - 02.2023
Peer Support Specialist
RUHS-Behavioral Health
03.2016 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse
Princeton House Behavioral Health
07.2006 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
- Registered Nurse, California Board of Nursing, 95393576
- Basic Life Support (BLS), The American Heart Association
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