Mercedes Brookins
Canton
Summary
Valued for reliability, empathy, and effective communication.
Healthcare professional with robust background in delivering high-quality patient care in home settings. Adept at fostering supportive environment and ensuring patient comfort. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to changing care requirements. Proficient in patient care, medication management, and emotional support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Med Tech/ Team Lead
Ready Care (American House , Nursing Skilled)
09.2023 - 08.2025
- Respond to emergency call light system
- Provide ADL assistance in an independent living setting
- Accompany residents to dining
- Assist with patient intake, and building tours
- Provide support to patients ensuring their comfort and safety
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals
- Utilize electronic health record systems
- Admin medication
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
Med Tech/ Resident Aid
Balanced Home Care
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Serving as a companion to clients
- Managing medication
- Preparing meals
- Interpersonal skills, including exceptional patience and listening skills
- Performing light housekeeping duties such as; keeping room clean, laundry
- Providing bathing and dressing assistance
- Keeping proper care records and reporting changes to nursing team
- Encouraging socialization and participation in community activities
- Following patient care plan
- Communicating with families, co-workers and supervisors regarding care
- Assisting with transfer and mobility
- Maintaining a safe and comfortable home environment
Education
High School Diploma -
Henry Ford Academy
06-2022
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Time management
- Team work
- Willingness to learn
- Patient care
- Basic life support
Certification
CPR / BSL
Additional Information
- Language English
- Flexible Schedule
- Drivers License
Timeline
Med Tech/ Team Lead
Ready Care (American House , Nursing Skilled)
09.2023 - 08.2025
Med Tech/ Resident Aid
Balanced Home Care
06.2021 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Henry Ford Academy