Mercedes Clymer
Saginaw,MI
Summary
Registered nurse skilled in managing high call volumes and prioritizing patient needs. Provides compassionate care while effectively tracking follow-ups and supporting provider requests. Educates new nurses, enhancing team performance and ensuring adherence to best practices in patient care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
MyMichigan Health
Midland, Michigan
12.2021 - Current
- Performed phone triage prioritizing acuity. Managed high call volumes and provider requests while preparing patients for office visits. Tracked patient follow-up and monitored overdue lab or imaging orders to support timely care. Assisted providers with in-office procedures requiring sterile technique. Completed prior authorization requests.
Registered Nurse
St. Mary's of Michigan
Saginaw, MI
02.2018 - 12.2021
- Delivered compassionate care to patients undergoing orthopedic surgeries and general medical treatments. Administered medications and treatments per physician orders. Educated new nurses on critical clinical skills, focusing on electronic charting, medication administration, and communication with physicians. Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stuart Wilson
Midland, MI
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Provided in-home care for a young patient with special needs, supporting activities of daily living. Set up feeding tube and administered medications via feeding tube.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bickford Assisted Living
Midland, MI
02.2016 - 04.2016
- Provided care to residents assisting with ADL's, taking vital signs, and paper charting. Communicated patient updates to doctor via fax when patient needs permitted.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Isabella County Medical Care Facility
Mt. Pleasant, MI
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Delivered high-quality patient care in 100-bed long-term and rehab care facility. Trained new certified nursing assistants while supporting patients with all ADLs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartland Home Healthcare
Bay City, MI
12.2012 - 10.2013
- Provided patient support with ADLs. Recorded vital signs, monitored blood glucose readings, identified changes in behavior, and kept licensed staff informed. Reinforced medication schedules.
Education
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Delta College University Center
MI12-2017
Skills
- Patient triage
- Medication management
- Medical procedure assistance
- Electronic documentation
- Prior authorizations
- Patient education
- Time management
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse
Michigan Board of Nursing
Expires March 2027
License # 4704340300 - Basic Life Support
Expires February 2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse
MyMichigan Health
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
St. Mary's of Michigan
02.2018 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Stuart Wilson
02.2017 - 06.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bickford Assisted Living
02.2016 - 04.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Isabella County Medical Care Facility
01.2014 - 12.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heartland Home Healthcare
12.2012 - 10.2013
ASSOCIATES OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Delta College University Center