Mercy Thuita
Wylie,TX
Summary
Board-eligible Family Nurse Practitioner graduate with foundational knowledge in Family Nursing and hands-on experience through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start a career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Patient-oriented Nurse with over 13 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise in all nursing specialties.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Methodist Richardson Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- I participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Kendal Assisted Living Facility
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Travel Registered Nurse
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
Travel RN
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
Registered Nurse
Dartmouth-Hitchcock |
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Provided outstanding care to patients present with varying diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation until completion.
- Provided patients and families with information regarding effective treatment options and at-home care strategies to enhance long-term outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatment while monitoring response in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
- Accurately documented all aspects of nursing process, including assessment, treatment, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, conflict resolution by addressing negative behaviors and supporting patients to prevent further disability.
- Implemented interventions such as medication, IV administration, airway management, and catheter insertion.
- Provided patient education and tools to help patients register speedy and sustained recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians to ensure timely patient assessment and the delivery of appropriate care while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collaborated with allied health professionals to create and implement individualized care plans and document all interventions nd patient interactions in electronic charting systems.
- Delivered medications via all administration routes and monitored patient response and addressed arising concerns.
- Contributed significantly to the successful JCAHO accreditation in the nursing department by consistently functioning at the highest standards of care.
- Monitored patient progress, including tracking and interpreting EKG readings, identifying abnormal readings, and informing team members regarding any change in acuity and stability.
- Engaged in collaborative practice to meet physical, personal, cognitive, and psychological needs.
Registered Nurse
Vincent Palloti Hospital
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Accurately document elements of the nursing process.
- Collected laboratory specimen including blood aand tissues nd prepared them for lab testing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professional to meet all patient needs.
- Distributed medication timely and secured controlled substances to minimize misuse opportunities while meeting patient needs.
- Acted as a patient advocate by communicating care preferences to providers, identifying insurance coverage limitations, verifying treatment goals and interventions.
- Administered comprehensive dialysis treatment to a diverse patient population including low-income, and indigent patient populations.
- Managed 14 nurses including all nursing activities in a 14-bed surgical ICU by providing comprehensive guidance and maintaining outstanding care and patient satisfaction standards.
- Motivated nursing staff to engage in professional development activities including pursuing advanced training.
Registered Nurse
Seanda Health Care
08.2013 - 01.2018
- Offered direct patient care, stabilized patients and identified the right course of action.
- Monitored patient condition, including identifying irregular readings and changes in acuity and stability and informing team members about the appropriate course of action.
- Provided outstanding care to clients with varying diagnoses.
- Provided patient education on healthy lifestyle choices to improve their health and promote recovery.
- Cared for patients after medical or surgical procedures, including ostomy care, facilitating wound care, pressure ulcer prevention as well as pain management.
- Supervised both paraprofessional and professional nursing staff and delegated tasks to sustain the care continuum.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Life College Of Learning
Cape Town, South Africa07-2013
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Acute Care Expertise
- Preventive health
- Clinical decision-making
- Patient education
- Evaluations
- Preventive health
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient assessments
Affiliations
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses.
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
Certification
- APRN-FNP Board Eligible
- Licensed Registered Nurse-2024 in Texas
- BLS-Expires 2027
- ACLS-Expires 2027
- NIHSS - 2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Methodist Richardson Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kendal Assisted Living Facility
05.2022 - 07.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
03.2022 - 04.2022
Travel RN
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
11.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse
Dartmouth-Hitchcock |
01.2020 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Vincent Palloti Hospital
02.2018 - 11.2019
Registered Nurse
Seanda Health Care
08.2013 - 01.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Life College Of Learning
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington