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Rachel Mento

North Apollo,PA

Summary

Dedicated and passionate Nurse with 8+ years of experience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Compassionate and knowledgeable in pediatric and adolescent care.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Health Nurse

Continuum Pediatrics
07.2018 - Current
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.

Home Health Nurse

Aveanna Pediatrics
04.2015 - 03.2018
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
  • Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.

Medical Assistant

Dr. Samir Shah
05.2009 - 01.2014
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.

Rehabilitation Technician

Healthsouth Rehabilitative Hospital
08.2002 - 04.2009
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.

Education

Pre-requisites - General Studies

CCAC
Monroeville, PA

Associate of Science - Nursing

Greater Johnstown CTC
Monroeville, PA
03.2015

Skills

  • Clinical Documentation and Reporting
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Patient Care Oversight
  • Manage Cases
  • Medical Supply Management
  • Treatment Recommendations
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Emotional Support
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics

Certification

  • IV Certified
  • BLS (CPR and AED) Certified

Timeline

Home Health Nurse

Continuum Pediatrics
07.2018 - Current

Home Health Nurse

Aveanna Pediatrics
04.2015 - 03.2018

Medical Assistant

Dr. Samir Shah
05.2009 - 01.2014

Rehabilitation Technician

Healthsouth Rehabilitative Hospital
08.2002 - 04.2009

Pre-requisites - General Studies

CCAC

Associate of Science - Nursing

Greater Johnstown CTC

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