Mercy Carmona-Ang
Brentwood,CA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Patient-oriented, compassionate nursing professional experienced in patient care and advocacy within units. Accomplished at implementing policies, procedures and protocols to achieve core measures benchmarks. Caring and attentive preceptor dedicated to optimizing nurses' skills and knowledge.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse II
Fresenius Medical Care
Pleasant Hill, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Participates in Interdisciplinary meetings, Vaccination Tracking and TST screening, Infection Control Practices, Anemia Manager, Clinical Quality Score monitoring, Ensures patient goals are met for Clinical Quality Score
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans for individual patients based on their needs.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Registered Nurse – Team Leader
Davita - Antioch
05.2014 - Current
- Participates in Interdisciplinary meetings, Vaccination Tracking and TST screening, Ensure safe environment for patient, Practice HIPPA at all times, Access monitoring, Anemia Management, Carries out Doctor’s orders, Patient Education
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care-Pleasant Hill
03.2014 - 01.2022
- Participates in Interdisciplinary meetings, Vaccination Tracking and TST screening, Infection Control Practices, Patient assessment, Access monitoring/management, Anemia Management, Carries out Doctor’s orders, Ensures patient safety, Patient Education, Drives catheter reduction, Assisting in patient admission and discharge, Interim Charge Nurse for the unit /TTS group, Follows up patient labs and refers accordingly
Registered Nurse – Team Leader
Fresenius Northwest, Las Vegas
12.2009 - 03.2014
- Participates in Interdisciplinary meetings, Vaccination Tracking, Infection Control Auditing, Patient assessment, Access monitoring, Anemia Management, Carries out Doctor’s orders, Ensures patient safety, Patient Education
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Brentwood, CA
09.2006 - 01.2009
- Participates in Care Plans, Carry out Doctor’s orders, Vaccination tracking, Patient assessment, Draw and give medications, Catheter Initiation and discontinuation, Involved in interdisciplinary meetings, Vascular Access management
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assisted physicians with specialized treatments related to renal replacement and apheresis therapy.
- Reported any changes in the patient's condition or any adverse reactions immediately to physician.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Counseled patients on infusions and possible side effects to promote treatment compliance.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality care is provided throughout the course of treatment.
- Educated patients and their families about the dialysis process, diet restrictions, medications, lifestyle modifications and other relevant topics.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Boosted clinical accountability and reduced discrepancies by coordinating with other stakeholders to develop and roll out new flow sheet and forms for dialysis treatment.
- Monitored access sites for patency and reported any problems to physicians promptly.
- Initiated and documented ongoing quality assurance activities to improve patient care and safety.
Registered Nurse
FMC – SubAcute Program Chicago, Illinois
02.2006 - 09.2006
- Participates in Care Plans, Carry out Doctor’s orders, Vaccination tracking and TST screening, Patient assessment, Draw and give medications, Catheter Initiation and discontinuation, Involved in interdisciplinary meetings, Vascular Access management
Clinical Instructor
Colegio De San Agustine, Philippines
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Managed daily operations by delivering laboratory instruction, curriculum implementation, student advisement and continuous improvement of industry best practices.
- Conducted evaluations of student performance, provided feedback and guidance on areas of improvement.
- Retained interest and maximized receptive learning by educating students utilizing instructional techniques, hands-on activities and laboratory curriculum.
- Frequently provided educational lectures to students.
- Educated and mentored students to help individuals surmount academic obstacles and personal difficulties.
- Developed and implemented clinical teaching strategies to provide students with hands-on experience in patient care.
- Monitored student attendance records to ensure compliance with university regulations.
- Held clinical simulation projects and provided each student with individual feedback.
Registered Nurse
San Carlos City Hospital, Philippines
01.1993 - 01.2005
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of St. La Salle
01.1993
Skills
- Care Quality Evaluation
- Team Leadership
- Decision-Making
- Plan of Action Implementation
- Process Evaluation
- Patient Assessment
- Performance Evaluations
- Anemia manager
- POC management
- Preceptor
Certification
- California Board of Registered Nurses License, 631572
- Certified Dialysis Nurse, 03/03/22
References
- Conee Ramos, Area Team Lead, Fresenius Kidney Care Pleasant Hill
- Dr. Zita Shiue, Medical Director, Fresenius Kidney Care Pleasant Hill
- Lynde Rouche, Physician Assistant, Diablo Medical Group
Timeline
Charge Nurse II
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse – Team Leader
Davita - Antioch
05.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care-Pleasant Hill
03.2014 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse – Team Leader
Fresenius Northwest, Las Vegas
12.2009 - 03.2014
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Brentwood, CA
09.2006 - 01.2009
Registered Nurse
FMC – SubAcute Program Chicago, Illinois
02.2006 - 09.2006
Clinical Instructor
Colegio De San Agustine, Philippines
01.2004 - 01.2005
Registered Nurse
San Carlos City Hospital, Philippines
01.1993 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of St. La Salle