Mercy Sakillah
Champlin,MN
Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) with experience providing skilled care to pediatric and adult patients in home health settings, including active hospice care. Developing proficiency in tracheostomy and ventilator management, enteral nutrition including GJ-tube care and gastric decompression, suprapubic catheter care, and neurological complex care including Stroke,Spinal Cord Injury, and Spina Bifida. Experience in care plan development, medication management, and patient education. compassionate and motivated to continue building clinical skills while delivering safe, patient-centered nursing care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (Home Health)
Provident Home Healthcare
04.2025 - Current
- Provide skilled nursing care to pediatric and adult patients with complex medical needs, including individuals receiving hospice services, focusing on comfort, symptom management, and family support.
- Perform Tracheostomy and Ventilator care, ensuring airway patency and respiratory stability.
- Manage suprapubic catheters, GJ-tube, Enteral feedings, monitoring tolerance, hydration, and nutritional status and signs of infection.
- Deliver comprehensive care to patients with high-level spinal cord injuries(Quadriplegia), Spina Bifida, and stroke-related paralysis, including care for nonverbal patients with severe communication limitations.
- Conduct head-to-toe assessments, monitoring vital signs, wound care, administering medications and documenting care accurately per client care plans
- Educate patients and families on medical equipment use, infection prevention, and long term care needs
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Everytime Home Care
06.2025 - 09.2025
- coordinated care for home health clients, ensuring safe and timely service delivery.
- developed and updated individualized client care plans based on assessments and provider orders.
- prepared weekly medication setups and administered medications including insulin, antipsychotics
- ordered medications through pharmacy to maintain continuity of care
- communicated with providers,pharmacies, and interdisciplinary teams regarding care and medication changes
- maintained accurate documentation in compliance with agency and nursing standards.
Direct Support Staff
Dependable Inc.
06.2022 - Current
- Implemented de-escalation strategies to manage challenging behaviors, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
- Promoted client autonomy by assisting with daily living tasks, empowering individuals to achieve greater independence.
- Successfully completed ongoing professional training, to ensure staying up to date on best practices in client care and behavioral management.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Progressive Living
07.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained accurate, detailed client documentation, ensuring continuity of care and compliance with health standards.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients by assisting with personal care, grooming, and feeding, fostering dignity and independence.
- Provided safe and reliable transportation for clients to medical appointments and community events, promoting social engagement.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Meridian Services
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Documented comprehensive progress notes, tracking client improvements and behavioral patterns for effective care planning.
- Led engaging recreational activities to reduce social isolation and improve emotional well-being.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, prioritizing client safety through effective crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
Education
ADN -
Minneapolis Community & Technical College(MCTC)
12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, Minnesota, MN05-2027
Skills
- Tracheostomy & Ventilator management
- Enteral Nutrition, GJ-Tube management & Gastric decompression(Venting)
- Suprapubic Catheter care
- Hospice & End-of-Life Care support
- Neurological and complex care (Stroke, Spinal Cord Injury, Spina Bifida)
- Client carte plan development & Case Management
Certification
- Registered Professional Nursing License (RN, MN)
- License Number: 2532997, Expiration Date: 2027-03-31
- Basic Life Support(BLS) through AHA
- Expiration Date: 2026-12
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Everytime Home Care
06.2025 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse (Home Health)
Provident Home Healthcare
04.2025 - Current
Direct Support Staff
Dependable Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Meridian Services
08.2021 - 05.2022
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Progressive Living
07.2020 - 01.2022
ADN -
Minneapolis Community & Technical College(MCTC)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southwest Minnesota State University
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Medical-Surgical Nursing: HCMC Orthopedics;Fairview Bethesda(LTACH); M Health Fairview Acute Rehabilitation
- Obstetrics & NICU: St. John's Hospital
- Pediatrics: HCMC
- Mental Health: HCMC
- Fundamentals of Nursing: Friendship Village of Bloomington
Total Clinical hours: 248