Kimberly Mertz
Slingerlands,NY
Summary
Dedicated LPN Charge Nurse with extensive experience at Our Lady of Mercy, skilled in medication administration and geriatric care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and compassionate end-of-life support. Committed to maintaining high standards of nursing documentation and fostering a positive environment for patients and families, as well as effective team leader skills with all medical staff.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Our Lady of Mercy (Trinity Health)
04.2011 - 12.2025
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and care planning.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Supported infection control measures by following established procedures.
- Participated in training sessions to improve clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
LPN Charge Nurse
Julie Blair Nursing Home
07.2004 - 04.2011
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate medical records and reports for regulatory compliance.
- Supported infection control measures by following established procedures.
- Participated in training sessions to improve clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
LPN Field Nurse
Accu-Care Home Health Services
03.1990 - 07.2004
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes in health status to inform nursing assessments and care adjustments.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of conditions and treatment options.
Education
Nursing Practice - Licensed Practical Nurse
Albany Occupational Health Center
Albany, NYSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Our Lady of Mercy (Trinity Health)
04.2011 - 12.2025
LPN Charge Nurse
Julie Blair Nursing Home
07.2004 - 04.2011
LPN Field Nurse
Accu-Care Home Health Services
03.1990 - 07.2004
Nursing Practice - Licensed Practical Nurse
Albany Occupational Health Center