Mercedes Medina
BAYADA Pediatrics
Bessemer City,NC
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Licensed practical nurse skilled in delivering comprehensive care to patients with acute and chronic conditions. Proficient in assessment, medication administration, while providing compassionate support and adhering to infection control practices to maintain a safe and effective care environment.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
6 Years 3 Months- Delivered individualized nursing care following physician orders and established care plans to enhance patient recovery.
- Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and feedings while observing for effectiveness and adverse reactions.
- Document assessments, interventions, patient responses, and outcomes accurately and promptly.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and patient responses promptly to ensure continuity of care.
- Identified and reported wounds, behavioral concerns, and clinical changes to facilitate timely interventions.
- Provide individualized nursing care in accordance with physician orders, established plans of care, and organizational policies.
- Assist with care-plan development and educate patients and caregivers about diagnoses, treatments, medications, nutrition, and safety.
- Apply infection-control practices by cleaning and disinfecting equipment and maintaining a safe care environment.
- Provide compassionate emotional support while protecting patient dignity, privacy, and independence.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Department
1 Year 2 Months- Delivered nursing care to patients with diverse acute and chronic conditions in a fast-paced emergency department.
- Assessed patient histories and vital signs to identify acute and chronic conditions, ensuring timely and appropriate care.
- Administered medications and injections in accordance with provider orders, safety standards, and scope of practice.
- Inserted IVs and urinary catheters, collected specimens, and assisted with diagnostic testing and clinical procedures.
- Provided wound care and sterile dressing changes using appropriate aseptic techniques.
- Monitored patients for changes in condition and promptly communicated findings to physicians and supervising nurses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Responded to emergency and routine requests, prioritizing patient needs to deliver prompt and effective clinical assistance.
- Maintained patient confidentiality, followed infection-control requirements, and complied with medication and safety procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Years 4 Months- Assisted pediatric patients with personal care, feeding, mobility, hygiene, positioning, and other activities of daily living.
- Monitored patient condition and behavior, documented services, and communicated changes to supervising nurse to ensure timely care adjustments.
- Prepared meals and assisted patients during feeding to promote nutritional intake and adherence to care plans.
- Ensured clean, safe, and supportive home-care environment to enhance patient comfort and well-being.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and supportive home-care environment.
Personal Care Aide
2 Months- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, feeding, toileting, and other activities of daily living to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Monitored vital signs and performed delegated healthcare tasks under nursing supervision, ensuring accurate health assessments.
- Documented services and reported changes in residents' physical condition, behavior, or needs to facilitate timely interventions.
- Documented services and promptly reported changes in residents' physical condition, behavior, or needs.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma
- Graduated August 2020 | GPA: 3.2
- Student Nursing Association, October 2019-August 2020
Skills
Patient assessment
Medication management
Wound care
IV insertion
Specimen collection
Glucose monitoring
Infection control
Emergency support
Disease management
Patient education
Behavioral de-escalation
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse, North Carolina Board of Nursing - Active and unrestricted
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association - Current
Clinical Education Experience
- Completed supervised practical nursing clinical rotations at:
- CaroMont Regional Medical Center, formerly Gaston Memorial Hospital - Gastonia, NC
- Atrium Health Lincoln - Lincolnton, NC
- Levine Children's Hospital - Charlotte, NC
- Clinical responsibilities included patient observation, vital-sign assessment, documentation, medication-related care, and patient and family education.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Department
CaroMont Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - 12.2022Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
BAYADA Pediatrics
05.2020 - CurrentRead More
Certified Nursing Assistant
BAYADA Pediatrics
01.2018 - 05.2020Read More
Personal Care Aide
Carillon Assisted Living
05.2016 - 07.2016Read More
Gaston College
Practical Nursing Diploma
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