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Mercedes Rivera-Habib

Jackson Township,NJ
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel"
Angela Maya

Summary

After having to take some personal time off to care for my family, I am ready, able, and eager to bring my dynamic medical healthcare professional experience of 25+ years. Proven track record in aseptic techniques and patient care, demonstrating exceptional adaptability and problem-solving skills. Excelled in high-stress environments, significantly enhancing patient experiences and outcomes through effective team collaboration, and compassionate service to the healthcare industry. I am thrilled in having the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life and be part of an establishment that shares my same passion and vision.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Sunrise Day Camp
Staten Island, NY

Medical Wellness Center Coordinator
06.2021 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Organizing, inputting, and properly maintaining electronic and written documents using HIPAA policies.
  • Responsible for ensuring that all administrative, medical supplies, equipment, and inventory are available, functional, and replaced for use as needed or anticipated for the Medical Wellness Center.
  • Ensuring a safe, sterile environment while meeting all revised CDC guidelines and the Onsite Medical Director for social (post-COVID return) interactions due to sensitivity for onsite pediatric oncology and immuno-health-compromised campers.
  • Communicating with families and legal guardians of campers, with the entire staff and team, to plan, navigate, and tailor safe activities to increase effective, positive engagement experiences for all involved in day camp.
  • Collaborating and working closely with on-site medically trained professionals to assist in varied ways deemed suitable by the Medical Director.
  • Verifying that registration materials are complete, processed, communicated, and forwarded to other proper departments, such as transportation, for campers on site.
  • Greeting and participating with all children, campers, and staff in a sincere, caring demeanor to encourage a safe, comfortable environment, with positive energy, to allow a special, unique, and treasurable experience for all to share.

Staten Island University Hosptial
Staten Island, NY

Certified Surgical Technologist
08.2016 - 05.2021

Job overview

  • Set up equipment, instruments, medication, tools, and supplies for procedures with proper labeling, repeat/ensure accountability, and handle organized instruments and specimens as directed in the surgeon's preference cards and hospital policies during pre-, intra-, and postoperative care.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of asepsis while preparing for and caring for patients in all phases of surgery.
  • Collaborated well with all members of the O.R. Staff, while also having the ability to be self-sufficient and cultivate efficiency, provide seamless care for anticipated scheduled cases, including unforeseen emergent and urgent patients/cases.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training via AST guidelines & Hospital policies.
  • Adhered to OSHA protocols and facility policies regarding infection control practices.
  • Experienced and skilled in O.R. as a CST and patient care/nursing assistant in various areas in the Labor & Delivery Unit. Assist with obstetric and gynecological emergencies, and urgent/general care.
  • Specialized in general surgery, with experience in laparoscopic, plastic, orthopedic, vascular, bariatric, pediatric, neurosurgery, and organ procurement/harvesting.

Mount Sinai St. Luke's
New York, NY

Emergency Medical Technician
06.2010 - 12.2016

Job overview

  • Responding to and providing emergent, urgent pre- and intra-hospital assessment, care, treatment, and interventions onsite and ongoing during transportation, appropriately operating/navigating an emergency vehicle—ambulance—safely in NYC to the appropriate medical facility, following NYC EMS protocol and guidelines.
  • Appropriately operate and navigate an emergency vehicle, such as an ambulance, safely in NYC to the appropriate medical facility, following NYC EMS protocol and guidelines.
  • Ability to conform, adapt, and execute work and patient care in high-stress, all-season weather conditions, including man-made, accidental, or weather disasters onsite (at times treating multiple patients) and en route to the hospital.
  • Communicated effectively with professional legal verbal, written, and electronic document input to all other NYC agencies, departments, physicians, nurses, and hospital personnel regarding the patient's safety, condition, and progress onsite and during the transport process.
  • Utilized and provided CPR, basic life support, defibrillator, specialized equipment, emotional intelligence/support, medication as needed, and protocols required within the scope of practice.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to maintain certification requirements and enhance quality of patient care/experience.

Education

Eastwick Community College
Ramsey, NJ

Associate of Applied Science from Certified Surgical Technology
05-2016

Skills

  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Problem-solving, critical thinking
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Legal medical written or electronic documentation input, tracking, monitoring, maintaining, and organizing
  • Team collaboration
  • Basic life support
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Aseptic and sterilization techniques
  • Triage, medical evaluation, assessment, intervention, treatment, and care

Affiliations

  • Travel.
  • Fine Arts.
  • Volunteering.
  • Hosting social events.

Accomplishments

  • Sunrise Day Camp Recognition Award 2025.
  • The National Society of Leadership and Success - Chapter Recognition of Excellence Award.
  • Federal Bureau of Investigations - Recognition of Support and Participation Award for Women's History Month.
  • YWCA of Santa Rosa, CA, Proclamation of Nov. 6-12, 2002, WOMAN OF GROUND ZERO WEEK for the role/service provided during and after September 11, 2001, WTC site.

Certification

  • AHA, American Heart Association: BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider Certificate, 2/2/2024
  • NBSTA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting), Littleton, Colorado
  • CST (Certified Surgical Technologist), May 2016
  • Online Programs for Emergency and Disaster Professionals-FEMA/Department of Homeland Security Certificate of Achievement and completion of independent study course on Hazardous Materials and National Incident Management Systems

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.
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Interests

Fine Arts

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Timeline

Medical Wellness Center Coordinator

Sunrise Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2021

Certified Surgical Technologist

Staten Island University Hosptial
08.2016 - 05.2021

Emergency Medical Technician

Mount Sinai St. Luke's
06.2010 - 12.2016

Eastwick Community College

Associate of Applied Science from Certified Surgical Technology

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