Summary
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Work History
Education
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Awards
Certification
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Mercades Garrett

Bennington,Kansas

Summary

Reliable Clinical Assistant with a background providing hands-on assistance to physicians and nurses while ensuring smooth operations at the front desk. Passionate professional with exemplary talents in taking health histories and keeping patients calm during stressful situations. Offering exemplary communication, time management and collaboration skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Careatc Clinical Assistant

CareATC
09.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing over 200 medical records and coordinating appointments.
  • Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
  • Expedited prescription refills for patients under the supervision of healthcare providers, reducing medication lapses.
  • Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the clinic setting, ensuring adequate stock availability for seamless daily operations.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.

Registered Nurse

Revive Integrative Health
07.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications via IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Documented IVs administered and patient vital signs.

Registered Nurse-School Nurse

USD240
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Preformed Hearing and Vision screenings for 400 Students
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Vaccination management
  • Diabetic care

Surgical Technician Birth Center

Salina Regional Health Center
08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Assisted in cesarean section births and vaginal births
  • Improved patient care by assisting surgeons during surgical procedures and maintaining a sterile environment.
  • Enhanced surgical efficiency through expert handling and passing of instruments to the surgeon in a timely manner.
  • Facilitated efficient OR turnover times through diligent cleaning, disinfecting, and preparing the room for subsequent cases.
  • Promoted teamwork within the surgical team by communicating effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other staff members during procedures.

Surgical Technician Endoscopy

Salina Regional Health Center
12.2018 - 08.2019
  • Kept inventory of all medical instruments
  • Improved patient care by assisting surgeons during surgical procedures and maintaining a sterile environment.
  • Enhanced surgical efficiency through expert handling and passing of instruments to the surgeon in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrated adaptability, working effectively with various surgical teams and specialties, ensuring seamless collaboration.
  • Assisted in successful surgeries by setting up operating rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipment for each procedure.
  • Contributed to positive patient outcomes by anticipating surgeons'' needs throughout procedures and reacting quickly to changes in situations.
  • Facilitated efficient OR turnover times through diligent cleaning, disinfecting, and preparing the room for subsequent cases.

Certified Nurse Aide

Republic County Hospital
08.2018 - 12.2018
  • Assisted residents in ADL and ROM
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks for increased efficiency in patient care.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Facilitated patient transfers and repositioning, ensuring safety and comfort.
  • Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients to promote a healthy environment.

Education

No Degree - Laser

Rocky Mountain Laser College
Denver, CO
12.2022

Associates of Nursing -

Cloud County Community College
Concordia, Kansas
05.2021

LPN Certificate -

Hutchinson Community College
Mcpherson, Kansas
05.2020

Skills

  • Clinical Support
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Insurance Claims
  • Multitasking Capabilities
  • Drug Inventory Management
  • Medical Equipment Operation
  • Vaccination Administration
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Specimen Collection
  • Medical Office Administration
  • Phlebotomy

Awards

  • Certified Laser Specialist
  • Certifed Registered Nurse
  • Certified Laser Safety
  • BLS/first aid Certification

Certification

Registered Nurse

BLS

CLS

Timeline

Careatc Clinical Assistant

CareATC
09.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Revive Integrative Health
07.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse-School Nurse

USD240
08.2021 - 05.2023

Surgical Technician Birth Center

Salina Regional Health Center
08.2019 - 12.2019

Surgical Technician Endoscopy

Salina Regional Health Center
12.2018 - 08.2019

Certified Nurse Aide

Republic County Hospital
08.2018 - 12.2018

No Degree - Laser

Rocky Mountain Laser College

Associates of Nursing -

Cloud County Community College

LPN Certificate -

Hutchinson Community College
Mercades Garrett