Luis Mercado
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care. Helpful Nursing assistant committed to making patients feel comfortable and secure. Proficient in cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms, documenting observations and examining for symptoms. Compassionate approach to dealing with those under duress. Experienced Healthcare team member proficient in biological specimen collection, mobility assistance and emergency situation management. Demonstrated strengths in building relationships, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Caring and compassionate Nursing Assistant provides thorough clinical, customer service and communication skills. Adaptable to quickly learn new concepts and skills. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant II
Orlando Health
Clermont, FL
11.2022 - Current
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Respiratory Therapist
Wilma N Vazquez Hospital
Vega Baja, Puerto Rico
02.2006 - 11.2017
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain knowledge of current trends in respiratory therapy practices.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment findings, patient needs and physician orders.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
Respiratory Therapist
Pavia Hospital
San Juan, Puerto Rico
02.2004 - 07.2006
- Maintained records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in patient status.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and instructed patients in breathing exercises.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain knowledge of current trends in respiratory therapy practices.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Assisted in training new hires on department policies, protocols and safety procedures related to respiratory therapy practices.
- Conducted therapeutic and diagnostic procedures with treatment methods and equipment.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient care was achieved.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Assisted physicians with intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracenteses and other procedures.
- Educated patients and families about conditions and taught appropriate disease management techniques.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ponce Paramedical College
Ponce, PR07-1992
Skills
- Specimen Collection
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Patient Relations
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Feeding
- Quality Assurance
- Infection Control
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Electronic Charting
- Supply Restocking
- HIPAA
- Patient Care and Safety
- Catheter Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Patient-Focused Care
- Direct Patient Care
Certification
- Nursing assistant certification
Languages
Spanish
Professional
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nursing Assistant II
Orlando Health
11.2022 - Current
Respiratory Therapist
Wilma N Vazquez Hospital
02.2006 - 11.2017
Respiratory Therapist
Pavia Hospital
02.2004 - 07.2006
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ponce Paramedical College