Mercedes Camacho

• Developed treatment plans according to current wound care protocols.
• Attended wound care education programs to gain knowledge on most recent techniques and procedures available.
• Identified patients requiring debridement procedures and alerted attending physician.
• Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, addressing patients'' unique needs.
• Demonstrated dressing techniques to educate and orient in-services nurses.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge in the field of wound care by attending conferences, workshops, webinars, studying journals articles.
• Monitored patient progress closely with timely follow-ups, adjusting treatment plans as needed for successful healing outcomes.
• Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication for better wound care coordination and management.
• Identified nutritional deficiencies and coordinated with personnel to solve nutrition problems.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary meetings to discuss complex wound cases, leading to more effective treatment strategies.
• Reduced the occurrence of hospital-acquired pressure injuries through proactive risk assessments and preventative measures.
• Exceeded facility goals regarding wound healing rates and patient satisfaction by implementing process improvements.
• Provided education to staff on wound care techniques, elevating the overall quality of care within the facility.
• Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
• Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
• Lowered Acquired Wound Ratio since I started working at the hospital, ratio decreased from 14.9 up to 4.38
• Up to date Acquired Wound Ratio is 0.78

Staff Night Nurse

• Unit provided Cardio-Vascular and telemetry care for an average of 38 patients.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
• Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
• Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
• Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
• Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
• Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
• Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.

• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
• Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring their needs were met while respecting their preferences and values.
• Conducted ongoing evaluations of care plan effectiveness, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs to develop individualized care plans.
• Developed strong relationships with primary care providers to facilitate seamless coordination of care for patients transitioning from hospital or rehabilitation settings back into the community setting.
• Supported family caregivers through education, resources, and emotional support during challenging times.
• Strengthened patient adherence to prescribed medications and treatments by providing clear instructions and addressing any concerns or barriers.
• Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough patient education and comprehensive discharge planning.
• Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
• Managed between 37 to 40 pts per week and up to 6 daily visits throughout the week.

• Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
• Expedited recovery times with the implementation of evidence-based interventions tailored to individual patient needs.
• Reviewed all medicines to identify possible adverse reactions, significant side effects, drug allergies and contraindicated medications.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering trust and open communication.
• Established realistic, measurable and observable goals consistent with patients' diagnosis.
• Reduced hospital readmissions through thorough patient education and timely follow-up visits.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive nursing care during home visits.
• Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by establishing trust through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
• Managed 2 or 1 admission, 1 Recertification or Resumption of Care and 2 regular visit per day.

• Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
• Ensured compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards through regular audits and policy updates.
• Actively participated in recruitment efforts to attract top talent for open positions within the department.
• Streamlined workflow for nursing staff, resulting in improved efficiency and patient satisfaction.
• Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff, identifying areas of improvement and designing professional development plans.
• Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
• Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
• Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Collaborated with clinic manager to maintain daily operations.
• Managed over 25 health care workers.
• Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails, faxes per day from Hospitals, Pharmacies, Primary Care Offices, School Districts.

• Worked as a Nurse Educator for the LVN program.
• Evaluated student performance through assessments and feedback, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting teaching methods accordingly.
• Effectively managed classroom dynamics to maintain focus on core content without sacrificing engagement or enthusiasm.
• Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted academic success.
• Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.

• Assignment Coordinator
• Nursing representative at the Nutritional Advisory Committee
• Nursing auditor for the certification and accreditation process of the hospital
• During this time, was able to develop skills in wound care.

• Head nurse for hospitalization and surgical services.

• I served as head nurse for Urgent Care, Med Surg, Surgery, and outpatient clinic.