Mayvett Mendoza
Schiller Park
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
BrightStar Care
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of student medical records in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Organized professional development opportunities for teachers regarding student-specific medical conditions like diabetes and asthma management.
- Delivered compassionate care to students experiencing illness or injury while maintaining confidentiality of their medical information.
- Established strong relationships with parents; communicating about their children''s health needs regularly to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Served as a resource for faculty and staff on health-related issues, providing training sessions on topics such as first aid and allergy management.
- Ensured timely medical attention for students by efficiently managing the school clinic and triaging cases.
- Supported students with special needs by collaborating with teachers, counselors, and parents to provide individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
Advocate Health Care
09.2022 - Current
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless delivery of hospice services.
- Educated patients and families about illness progression, treatment options, and available resources for additional support.
- Efficiently managed caseloads while adhering to regulatory guidelines ensuring compliance with Medicare conditions of participation.
- Ensured timely delivery of medical treatments for optimal symptom management while maintaining a high level of compassion.
Contract Registered Nurse
Journey Care Hospice/ Advocate Hospice
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Facilitated patient education, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
- Managed multiple patients simultaneously while prioritizing urgent needs and delegating tasks effectively.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent medication administration and accurate charting.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when making critical decisions under pressure, ensuring patient safety at all times.
- Effectively utilized electronic medical records systems for accurate documentation of patient information and treatment plans.
Clinical Nurse
Northwestern Hospital
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Resurrection Medical Center
05.2018 - 06.2022
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Oak Point
Chicago, ILSkills
- Patient assessment
- Documentation and charting
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Intravenous therapy
- Care plan development
- Patient management
- Physical assessments
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Treatment Planning
- Hospice and palliative care
- Seizure management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
BrightStar Care
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Advocate Health Care
09.2022 - Current
Contract Registered Nurse
Journey Care Hospice/ Advocate Hospice
05.2021 - 08.2022
Clinical Nurse
Northwestern Hospital
04.2021 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Resurrection Medical Center
05.2018 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Oak Point
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