Merisa MacNamee
Drexel Hill,PA
Summary
Compassionate and driven nursing student with practical knowledge gained through rigorous clinical practice and academic studies. Demonstrated ability in patient care, health assessment, and medication administration. Strong interpersonal skills showcased through providing empathetic support to patients and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proven dedication to promoting patient safety and delivering high-quality healthcare.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student
Chester County Hospital
West Chester, PA
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Performed patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
- Communicated effectively with patients and their families to ensure understanding of treatment plans and instructions.
- Practiced infection control measures, including proper handwashing and PPE use.
- Assisted in patient care under supervision, including bathing, feeding, and ambulation.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care across departments.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, preventive measures, and disease management strategies.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate., according to established protocols.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing stressful situations or treatments.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices within clinical setting.
- Administered oral medications accurately according to physician's orders.
- Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
- Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Professional Nanny
Private Family Care
Wayne, PA
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities to stimulate learning and development.
- Provided guidance on proper nutrition, hygiene, and physical activity habits.
- Planned and prepared meals according to dietary guidelines. Learned how to use an EpiPen for allergies.
- Maintained a safe environment for the children at all times.
- Transported children to school, afterschool activities, appointments. as needed.
- Assisted with potty training, dressing, bathing, feeding and overall personal care of the children.
- Created a positive atmosphere that encouraged growth, exploration, creativity and independence in the child.
- Administered medication according to instructions provided by parents and guardians.
- Encouraged good behavior through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of all family matters and information.
- Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PASome College (No Degree) - Nursing
Delaware County Community College
Media, PASkills
- Direct Patient Care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Patient Monitoring
- Infection control standards
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Assessments
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Child development knowledge
- Safety awareness
- Household Management
- Early Childhood Education
- CPR training
- Emotional Support
Certification
CPR Certification 08/08/2023
Timeline
Nursing Student
Chester County Hospital
02.2024 - 05.2024
Professional Nanny
Private Family Care
09.2021 - 06.2023
CPR Certification 08/08/2023
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Delaware County Community College
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