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Certification
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Mercydes Prewett

Mercydes Prewett

Summary

Proven ER Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years in high-volume clinical care and volunteer leadership as Health and Wellness Program Director, delivering autonomous management of 20-30 high-acuity patients per 12-hour shift in a busy community hospital. Excelled in streamlining workflows to achieve 5-minute average door-to-provider time, 15% ER throughput improvement, and reduced left-without-being-seen rates through rapid evaluations, diagnostics, and dispositions for 20+ daily cases.

Pioneered efficiency gains by implementing evidence-based order sets and AI-enhanced EHR charting, cutting unnecessary testing by 13%, saving 1 hour per shift on documentation, and boosting accuracy/billing utilization. Applied sharp clinical judgment to lower average length of stay to 147 minutes and doc-to-dispo time to 108.5 minutes (patient acuity 3.33 avg.), slashing admissions and costs—skills primed for corporate roles in healthcare operations, process optimization, and program management.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Health and Wellness Director

The Way International
New Knoxville
03.2026 - Current

Direct a comprehensive health and wellness program for >250 employees, resulting in improved population health metrics, increased engagement, and measurable reductions in health risk and healthcare costs.

  • Designed and delivered targeted health education initiatives, including workshops, webinars, and personalized coaching on nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and chronic disease prevention, enhancing employee knowledge and engagement.
  • Developed and managed incentive programs in partnership with HR, leadership, and benefits team, rewarding participation in biometric screenings, health assessments, fitness challenges, and wellness goals to promote a culture of health.
  • Championed evidence-based programs focused on health prevention and behavior change, driving sustained lifestyle improvements for a healthier and more engaged workforce.

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT NURSE PRACTITIONER

Ohio State University Physicians
Sidney
10.2023 - Current

FAMILY APRN: CORPORATE WELLNESS (Volunteer)

The Way International
New Knoxville
11.2020 - 01.2026
  • Provide critical care to patients, improving outcomes through swift, precise interventions.
  • Conduct thorough patient assessments, ensuring accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
  • Implement evidence-based practices, reducing patient wait times and enhancing treatment efficiency.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and streamline emergency protocols.
  • Managed complex cases using advanced clinical skills, supporting improved department performance and patient outcomes.
  • Delivered prompt, comprehensive assessments in high-pressure settings, driving faster treatment decisions and improving patient outcomes in the emergency department.
  • Assessed and managed acute patient cases, expediting treatment plans and improving emergency care delivery.
  • Documented patient histories and interventions with precision, ensuring accurate records and supporting continuity of care.
  • Triage and prioritize patients during high-volume periods, optimizing resource allocation and enhancing departmental flow.
  • Provided empathetic support to patients and families, fostering trust and easing anxiety during critical situations.
  • Certified in ACLS, PALS, ATLS, BLS, with proven ability to remain calm and decisive in high-stress environments.
  • Committed to continuous professional development and improving departmental efficiency through leadership and education initiatives.
  • Played an integral role in establishing clinical protocols, streamlining operations, fostering a patient-centered care environment from inception.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to design and implement efficient workflows, ensuring high-quality care.
  • Leveraged expertise in acute care and advanced procedures to support clinic growth, achieving operational success and positive patient outcomes.
  • Assessed patient symptoms and medical histories to formulate effective treatment plans, resulting in substantial improvements to patient outcomes.

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT NURSE PRACTITIONER

Fedko Emergency Physicians
Sidney
04.2022 - 10.2023

FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER

Integrated Medical Center
Defiance
07.2021 - 04.2022

Education

DOCTORATE OF NURSING PRACTICE - FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONR

Fairfield University
Fairfield, Connecticut
05-2020

BACHELOR OF ARTS - THEOLOGY

The Way College of Biblical Studies
New Knowxville, Ohio
07-2016

BACHELOR OF ARTS - NURSING SCIENCE

Lewis-Clark State College
Lewiston, Idaho
12-2011

Fellowship - Urgent Care Medicine

Wellnow Urgent Care Fellowship
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Health education
  • Health initiatives
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Patient assessment
  • Health risk assessment
  • Emergency protocols
  • Behavior strategies
  • Clinical workflow design
  • Health initiative planning
  • Resource allocation
  • Problem solving
  • Analytical thinking
  • Technical proficiency in tools
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Teamwork dynamics
  • Collaboration enhancement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Public speaking skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Employee engagement
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Interpersonal skills development

References

References provided upon request.

Certification

Doctorate of Family Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified

Metrics

  • Workflow and Throughput Metrics (High Volume and Autonomy): Manage full-scope care for 20-30 high-acuity patients in a 12-hour shift in a busy community access hospital, performing independent assessments, diagnostics, and dispositions while reducing average door-to-provider time by streamlining protocols (average door-to-provider time: 5 minutes). Rapid evaluation and disposition of 20+ emergency cases daily, including ordering/interpreting labs/imaging and initiating treatments resulting in 15% improvement in ER throughput and decreased left-without-being-seen rates.
  • Efficiency Metrics (Process Improvements + Error Reduction): Implement evidence-based order sets and clinical decision-support tools for common ER presentations (e.g., chest pain, sepsis, stroke alert), reducing unnecessary diagnostic testing by 13% while maintaining quality outcomes. Helped transition to new EHR system AI charting application to help reduce charting time (on average saving 1 hour per shift) while increasing documentation accuracy and downstream billing utilization.
  • Cost-Reduction Metrics: Applied advanced clinical judgment to evaluate medical necessity in real time, reducing unnecessary admission and observational stays as well as a lower average LOS (length of stay) to 147 minutes and lower average doc-to-dispo time to 108.5 minutes. Average patient acuity of 3.33.

Timeline

Health and Wellness Director

The Way International
03.2026 - Current

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT NURSE PRACTITIONER

Ohio State University Physicians
10.2023 - Current

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT NURSE PRACTITIONER

Fedko Emergency Physicians
04.2022 - 10.2023

FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER

Integrated Medical Center
07.2021 - 04.2022

FAMILY APRN: CORPORATE WELLNESS (Volunteer)

The Way International
11.2020 - 01.2026

DOCTORATE OF NURSING PRACTICE - FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONR

Fairfield University

BACHELOR OF ARTS - THEOLOGY

The Way College of Biblical Studies

BACHELOR OF ARTS - NURSING SCIENCE

Lewis-Clark State College

Fellowship - Urgent Care Medicine

Wellnow Urgent Care Fellowship
Mercydes Prewett