Chad Mercer
Paradise,NL
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background at Eastern Health, known for excellence in patient assessments, medication administration, and compassionate care that consistently improves patient satisfaction. Confident and capable of stepping into leadership roles, including Patient Care Coordinator and charge nurse, as needed. Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and thrives in interdisciplinary team settings to create effective treatment plans. Skilled in precepting nursing students, promoting both professional development and team cohesion.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Eastern Health
05.2021 - Current
- Applys critical thinking to prioritize nursing interventions according to patients’ acuity levels and specific care needs.
- Conducts thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administers medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Works closely with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans for patients with complex conditions and multiple comorbidities..
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully manages challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Plays an active role in interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting key clinical data on patients' progress toward achieving their care goals.
Personal Care Assistant
Eastern Health
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, NL04-2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Team coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Eastern Health
05.2021 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Eastern Health
07.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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