Brenda M. Merchan-Nunez
Chicago
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated newly licensed Registered Nurse seeking a position in a hospital to provide safe, high quality, patient-centered care. Highly motivated, adaptable, and eager to apply strong clinical, teamwork, and critical-thinking skills in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
Buckingham Pavilion
03.2020 - 07.2025
- - Assisted residents with personal care, mobility, and activities of daily living
- - Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to RNs
- - Collaborated with healthcare team and documented patient care
Inventory Clerk
Jewel Osco
01.2019 - 10.2019
- - Managed inventory, stocked products, and assisted with customer service and cashier duties
Assistant Technician
Chicago Eyes
01.2018 - 10.2018
- - Managed patient records, coordinated insurance inquiries, and supported lens-cutting operations
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Illinois At Chicago
05.2025
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology (Pre-Nursing)
University of Illinois at Chicago
05.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Chicago Math and Science Academy
05.2018
Skills
- Clinical Competencies: Patient assessment, medication administration, IV therapy, wound care, vital signs monitoring, patient/family education, Epic EHR documentation, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient safety monitoring, observing responses, infection control procedures
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication, bilingual (Spanish/English)
- Personal Attributes: Compassionate, detail-oriented, fast learner, adaptable, problem-solver, patient-focused
Certification
- BLS | Aug 2025 – Aug 2027
- ACLS | Aug 2025 – Aug 2027
- NRP | Aug 2025 – Aug 2027
- Basic Nurse Assistant Fundamentals & Clinical | Malcolm X College, July 2019
Timeline
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
Buckingham Pavilion
03.2020 - 07.2025
Inventory Clerk
Jewel Osco
01.2019 - 10.2019
Assistant Technician
Chicago Eyes
01.2018 - 10.2018
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology (Pre-Nursing)
University of Illinois at Chicago
High School Diploma - undefined
Chicago Math and Science Academy
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Illinois At Chicago
Clinical Rotations – University of Illinois at Chicago College of Nursing
- Advocate Christ Medical Center – Oak Lawn, IL | Med-Surg / Rehab | 09-2022 – 11-2022
- Advocate Lutheran General Hospital – Park Ridge, IL | Adult Behavioral Health | 01-2024 – 02-2024
- Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital – Downers Grove, IL | Med-Surg / Oncology / Bariatric | 03-2024 – 04-2024
- Jesse Brown VA Medical Center – Chicago, IL | Med-Surg | 09-2024 – 10-2024
- ATC Crossroads – Chicago, IL | Community Health Nursing | 10-2024 – 12-2024
- UI Health – Chicago, IL | Labor & Delivery, Mother/Baby, Antepartum, NICU | 01-2025 – 02-2025
- University of Chicago Medicine – Chicago, IL | Pediatrics | 03-2025 – 04-2025
- Skills gained: Patient assessment, medication administration, IV therapy, wound care, patient/family education, interdisciplinary collaboration, Epic EHR documentation
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