Mercedes Peeples
Vaiden,MS
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with over 11 years of nursing experience offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Skillfully blend hands-on skills with advanced background in nursing settings. Work effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
AccentCare Home Health
02.2020 - 05.2024
- Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage effective ongoing care plans for at-risk patients.
- Educated patients and loved ones about different treatment options and outside care approaches, reducing burden on hospital resources.
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans as needed.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Vaiden Community Living Center
07.2016 - 01.2020
- Supervised and managed functions for 60-bed geriatric unit, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 60-bed geriatric unit, providing direct care to up to 60 patients,6 delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Grace Health And Rehab
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Managed medication cart and dispensed pills, oral therapies and intramuscular injections to patients on floor.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Vaiden Community Living Center
11.2013 - 05.2015
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Delta State University
Cleveland, MS05.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Holmes Community College
Grenada05.2016
Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing
Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS05.2013
Skills
- Case Management
- Patient Care
- Treatment Planning
- Scheduling
- HIPAA Compliance
- Venipuncture
- Staff Management
- Medication Administration
- Home Health Care
- Discharge Planning
- Medication Management
- Managed Care
- Disease Management
- Quality Management
- Patient Care Coordination
- Infection Control
- Acute Care
- Intravenous Therapy
- Staff Supervision
- Quality Improvement
- Care Coordination
- Chronic Disease Management
- Wound Care
- Intake and discharge
- Tracheostomy Care
Timeline
RN Case Manager
AccentCare Home Health
02.2020 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse, ICU
Greenwood Leflore Hospital
01.2020 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Vaiden Community Living Center
07.2016 - 01.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Grace Health And Rehab
06.2015 - 05.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Vaiden Community Living Center
11.2013 - 05.2015
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Delta State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Holmes Community College
Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing
Holmes Community College
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