Rebecca Mendon
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Summary
Registered Nurse with 5+ years of experience, demonstrating a remarkable ability in emergency care, psychiatric care, med/surg nursing care, patient assessment, care planning and patient education. Noted for effective collaboration with healthcare teams, and contributing to improved patient outcomes through evidence-based practices. Committed to providing high-quality, compassionate patient care.
Experienced with psychiatric patient care, ensuring comprehensive treatment plans. Uses crisis intervention techniques to manage high-stress situations effectively. Knowledge of therapeutic communication to foster patient trust and compliance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Providence St Joseph's Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- Implemented Doctor's orders, administered medications, triaged and assessed patients upon arrival to the emergency department at Providence St Joseph's Hospital in the Emergency Room Nursing market.
- Implement evidence-based practice guidelines to improve patient outcomes and provide high-quality care.
- Provide compassionate and high-quality patient care by effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare team members at Providence St Joseph's Hospital.
- Assist in training and mentoring new nurses to ensure a smooth transition into the emergency department at Providence St Joseph's Hospital.
- Participate in quality improvement activities to ensure the delivery of safe and effective patient care at Providence St Joseph's Hospital.
- Provide patient education and counseling on health promotion and disease prevention strategies to enhance patient understanding and empowerment at Providence St Joseph's Hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Registered Nurse
Enloe Medical Center
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided patient care and collaborated with care team members in a Hospital / Health Care setting at Enloe Medical Center.
- Developed care plans to meet the individual needs of patients.
- Implement evidence-based practice guidelines to provide high-quality patient care and improve patient outcomes.
- Assist in training new registered nurses on hospital policies and procedures to ensure they are equipped to provide high-quality care to patients.
- Assist in the development and implementation of new nursing policies and procedures at Enloe Medical Center to improve patient care and safety.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement innovative nursing practices that improve patient outcomes.
Pharmacy Technician
Enloe Medical Center
02.2013 - 08.2020
- Preparation of sterile and non-sterile IV admixtures
- Filling of prescription medications in an inpatient setting under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist
- Inventory of controlled medications
- Assist in the development and implementation of new pharmacy programs and services to improve patient care and increase revenue.
- Assist in resolving any medication-related issues or concerns that may arise in the pharmacy
- Maintain accurate records of medication inventory and ensure appropriate stock levels
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations regarding the handling and storage of medications
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations regarding the storage, dispensing, and handling of medications
- Provide training and guidance to new pharmacy technicians to ensure they understand and adhere to all policies and procedures
Education
ADN -
Butte College
Oroville, CA05.2020
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Mental health evaluation
- Crisis intervention
- De-escalation techniques
- Nonviolent crisis intervention (NVCI)
Certification
- BRN License
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- PALS Certification
- TNCC Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Providence St Joseph's Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Enloe Medical Center
09.2020 - 08.2021
Pharmacy Technician
Enloe Medical Center
02.2013 - 08.2020
ADN -
Butte College
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