Mercedez Villarreal
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA Level 2 (ICU)
Yuma Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records, ensuring continuity of care among healthcare providers.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
LPN Student
Yuma Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Regional Center For Border Health
Yuma, AZ04.2024
Certification - Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Regional Center For Border Health
Yuma, AZ01.2020
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Regional Center For Border Health
Yuma, AZ04.2019
Skills
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Behavioral Management
- Emotional Support
- Dementia Care
- Diabetes management
- Continuing education
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- End of life care
- Emergency Response
- Patient Observation
- Seizure Precautions
- Patient Services
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Catheter Care
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Safety Management
- Patient relationship building
- CPR Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Recording vital signs
- Patient Care Quality
- Patient Positioning
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Compassionate Care
- Nursing Ethics
- Health Promotion
- Post Operative Care
- Cardiac Care
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Dispensing
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Breathing Treatments
- Caregiving skills
- Care Planning
- Preventive Care
- Mental Health Support
- Critical Thinking
- Intravenous Medications
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Epic Systems
- Central Line Maintenance
- Chest Tube Management
- Intravenous therapy
- Electrocardiogram Interpretation
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Treatment protocols
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LPN Student
Yuma Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - 04.2024
PCA Level 2 (ICU)
Yuma Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Regional Center For Border Health
Certification - Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Regional Center For Border Health
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Regional Center For Border Health