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Kathya Mercado BSN, RN

Hampton,VA

Summary

Diligent Dialysis Nurse with demonstrated success in Nephrology Patient Care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient and clinical staff needs. Team Oriented and reliable with experienced Nephrology specialized knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills. Eager to contribute to team success through consistent dedication, attention to detail and effective communication skills. Motivated to provide learning opportunities to improve knowledge and increased levels of expertise through education and training opportunities to clinical staff. Good relationship builder with clinical management, staff, medical providers, and other direct supervisors with excellent communication skills and timely interactions. Nursing professional focused on staff education and effectively coaching clinical direct patient care staff through team collaboration supported with strong leadership skills and nursing education research, training program support, and organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel within the Nephrology Nursing and Dialysis specialty.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dialysis Nurse

Veterans Affairs
08.2016 - Current

Responsible for care coordination across the continuum for Veteran care with Late Stage Chronic Kidney Disease, Acute kidney Injury and End Stage Renal Disease.

Assumed the role of Educating Late Stage Chronic Kidney Disease Veterans in Nephrology Clinic in preparation for End Stage Renal Disease.

Restructured Pre ESRD Education utilizing education materials and creating connections with Veterans to beter understand their disease processes.

Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services

Supported new nursing staff in developing essential skills for treating dialysis patients through providing mentorship and guidance during their orientation period.

Ensured ongoing professional development through participation in continuing education courses and maintaining familiarity with advancements in nephrology nursing practice.

Contributed to the overall success of the dialysis unit by consistently demonstrating strong clinical skills, effective communication, and dedication to delivering exceptional patient care.

Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs

Interpreted and communicated new or revised policies to direct patient care staff and clinical management

Demonstrated communication skills when delivering lectures to students, reviewing student progress individually, or communicating via email to clinical and senior management

Proven history of integrity and discretion when working with sensitive information about students and incumbent staff members

Demonstrates a strong ability to lead and instruct on boarding staff and prepare them for the type of duties that are expected of a Nephrology nurse

Effectively and proficiently using online technology and resources so that knowledge, information, feedback, and critique are imparted to and shared with students in thoughtful, carefully formulated, well written, and timely communications

Nurse Case Manager

VarMed Management Group
01.2015 - 06.2015

Create and manage the plan of care for patients with chronic or serious conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and cancer.

Advocate for personalized treatment options that address a patient’s unique care needs.

Offer education and guidance for navigating complex medical decisions.

Serve as a liaison between patients and their insurance providers to promote quality, cost-effective care with the best patient outcomes.

Designing treatment plans and scheduling appointments.

Keeping track of health outcomes and suggesting possible treatment changes.

Dialysis Nurse

Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
04.2013 - 11.2014

Primed dialyzer and bloodlines recording patients’ medical information and vital signs

Ensured optimal vascular access function by performing regular assessments, troubleshooting complications promptly, and collaborating with surgeons when necessary.

Promoted adherence to prescribed dietary restrictions among patients through comprehensive education on renal nutrition principles.

Cleaned and dressed permanent and temporary catheters

Monitored patients adjusted specialized equipment and interpreted and recorded information

Verify treatment orders relevant to the dialysis treatment for each individual patient

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
12.2014

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Lorain County Community College
Elyria, Ohio
12.1992

Skills

  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Program Support
  • Relationship Building
  • Training and Development
  • Organization and Planning
  • Policy & Procedure Implementation
  • Audit and Prevention Strategies
  • Managing Workload Effectively
  • Staff Management
  • Staff Education and Counseling
  • Exercising Sound Professional Judgement and Using Best Practice Guidelines
  • Contributing to a Safe, Inclusive Enviroment for all through compliance with veteran and Staff Safety Policies

Certification

Certified Dialysis Nurse July 2017.

Timeline

Dialysis Nurse

Veterans Affairs
08.2016 - Current

Nurse Case Manager

VarMed Management Group
01.2015 - 06.2015

Dialysis Nurse

Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
04.2013 - 11.2014

Master of Science - Nursing Education

Walden University

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Lorain County Community College
Kathya Mercado BSN, RN