Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Related Civilian Roles And Qualifications
Military Experience
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MERCEDES LAURNETTA ANDERSON

Summary

Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience as a Hospital Corpsman in the U.S. Navy, excelling in patient care coordination and medication administration. Proven ability in clinical workflow optimization and team communication, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes. Committed to regulatory compliance and infection control, fostering a culture of excellence in healthcare delivery.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospital Corpsman (HM3)

U.S. Navy
08.2023 - 08.2025
  • Supported healthcare providers in clinical and administrative roles, including patient intake, recordkeeping, and care coordination.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs; ensured accurate documentation using SOAP notes.
  • Managed medical inventory, supplies, and infection control measures.
  • Operated and maintained medical equipment, including EKGs and AEDs.
  • Coordinated scheduling of appointments for assigned caseload of patients.
  • Assisted with laboratory testing procedures such as blood counts, urinalysis and phlebotomy.
  • Performed preliminary exams to determine diagnosis and provide medical treatment.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay abreast of advances in medicine.
  • Assisted physicians in the diagnosis, treatment and management of patient care.
  • Administered medications and immunizations.
  • Instructed junior staff members on proper clinical practices and procedures.

Hospitalman (HN)

U.S. Navy
03.2018 - 12.2019
  • Assisted with patient care and support services, including basic lab procedures and medical documentation.
  • Contributed to health education, first aid instruction, and operational medical readiness.
  • Provided administrative assistance with medical logistics and record maintenance.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Seaman (SN)

U.S. Navy
09.2017 - 03.2018
  • Maintained shipboard operations and performed deck duties; supported general Navy operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

Waldorf University
Forest City, IA
05-2025

Associate of Arts - Healthcare Administration

Waldorf University
Forest City, IA
05-2023

Skills

  • Healthcare operations and administration
  • Customer service
  • Medical documentation
  • Healthcare compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Lab specimen collection
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Medication administration
  • Triage and assessment
  • Basic life support
  • Patient records management
  • Medical terminology and health systems
  • Infection control compliance
  • Clinical workflow optimization
  • Inventory management
  • Data entry and documentation
  • Leadership skills
  • Team communication and coordination
  • EHR and EMR proficiency
  • Military medical training

Certification

  • Hospital Corpsman Basic Training, 138 hours, Medical documentation, infection control, lab procedures, patient safety
  • LifeSkills Training, Decision making, diversity, suicide prevention, operational security
  • Recruit Training, Military protocol, fire safety, first aid, physical conditioning

Related Civilian Roles And Qualifications

  • Medical Office Administrator
  • Health Information Technician
  • Patient Services Representative
  • Medical Records Coordinator
  • Clinical Administrative Coordinator

Military Experience

  • Hospital Corpsman (HM3), U.S. Navy, Active Duty, 08/01/23, 06/30/24, Supported healthcare providers in clinical and administrative roles including patient intake, recordkeeping, and care coordination., Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs; ensured accurate documentation using SOAP notes., Managed medical inventory, supplies, and infection control measures., Operated and maintained medical equipment, including EKGs and AEDs.
  • Hospitalman (HN), U.S. Navy, Active Duty, 03/01/18, 12/31/19, Assisted with patient care and support services, including basic lab procedures and medical documentation., Contributed to health education, first aid instruction, and operational medical readiness., Provided administrative assistance with medical logistics and record maintenance.
  • Seaman (SN), U.S. Navy, Active Duty, 09/01/17, 03/31/18, Maintained shipboard operations and performed deck duties; supported general Navy operations.

Timeline

Hospital Corpsman (HM3)

U.S. Navy
08.2023 - 08.2025

Hospitalman (HN)

U.S. Navy
03.2018 - 12.2019

Seaman (SN)

U.S. Navy
09.2017 - 03.2018

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

Waldorf University

Associate of Arts - Healthcare Administration

Waldorf University
MERCEDES LAURNETTA ANDERSON