Jose Mendez
San Jose
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in mental health settings. Skilled in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Hospital & Clinics
10.2024 - Current
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
Charge Nurse
San Jose Behavioral Health
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Mental Health Worker
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Hospital & Clinics
03.2020 - 08.2023
- Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters discovered through interviews and standardized assessments.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
- Conduct routine safety checks and maintain accurate documentation.
Mental Health Worker
San Jose Behavioral Health
11.2017 - 03.2020
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boise State University
Boise, ID05-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, California, CA05-2023
Associate of Arts - Social & Behavioral Sciences
San Jose City College
San Jose, California, CA12-2020
Associate of Arts - Scientific Inquiry & Quantitative Reasoning
San Jose City College
San Jose, California, CA12-2020
Skills
- Spanish fluency
- Communication
- Time Management
- Medication management
Accomplishments
- Awarded Employee of the Month for exceptional dedication, patient advocacy, and clinical excellence.
- Chosen to oversee and administer new hire vaccinations and health screenings, contributing to a smooth onboarding process and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Certification
- BLS, ACLS, PALS
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
- Handle with care
- Professional Assault Crisis Training (Pro-ACT)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Nurse
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Hospital & Clinics
10.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
San Jose Behavioral Health
08.2023 - 01.2025
Mental Health Worker
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Hospital & Clinics
03.2020 - 08.2023
Mental Health Worker
San Jose Behavioral Health
11.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boise State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Evergreen Valley College
Associate of Arts - Social & Behavioral Sciences
San Jose City College
Associate of Arts - Scientific Inquiry & Quantitative Reasoning
San Jose City College