Andrea Mechelle Clark
Seneca
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with a strong foundation in clinical expertise, interpersonal skills, and technical proficiency. Proficient in EMR charting, medication administration, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient care. A dedicated leader committed to quality and efficiency in all aspects of healthcare delivery. Excited about the opportunity to impart knowledge and mentor students in the field.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Hemodialysis RN
Prisma Oconee Hospital
09.2020 - Current
- Primes dialyzer and bloodlines
- Records patient's medical information and vital signs
- Readies dialysis equipment Oversees the dialysis treatment from start to finish
- Cannulates accesses Cleans and dresses permanent and temporary catheters
- Monitors patients and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records information Identifies irregular dialysis reactions and notifies appropriate medical team members
- Secures blood work Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication, if needed
- Maintains medical inventory. Records medical information and vital signs
Hospice RN
Cottingham Hospice House / Foothills Home Hospice
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Collaborating on terminally ill patients’ care with physicians, social workers, chaplains, nursing assistants, and other stakeholders.
- Preparing and adjusting patient care plans as needed.
- Frequently visiting patients to monitor vital signs and physical comfort levels.
- Performing prescribed treatments and administering pain management medications.
- Informing physicians about changes in patients’ conditions.
- Provide loved ones and primary caregivers with information on patient care, end-of-life education, and emotional support.
- Maintaining and updating medical charts, patient files, and health records.
- Notifying attending physicians, hospice staff members, and family members of patients’ deaths when they occur.
- Advising grieving family members on coping techniques, counseling services, and available community resources.
- Cottingham House PRN status 09-2019 through 01-2020
- Foothills Home Hospice 01-2020 through 08-2020
Dialysis RN
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Primes dialyzer and bloodlines
- Records medical information and vital signs, Readies dialysis equipment Oversees the dialysis treatment from start to finish.
- Cannulates accesses
- Cleans and dresses permanent and temporary catheters
- Monitors patient and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records information
- Identifies irregular dialysis reactions and notifies appropriate medical team members
- Teach patients and significant others how to manage their illness, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication, if needed
- Maintains medical inventory
- Records medical information and vital signs
Dialysis RN
Fresenius Medical
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Primes dialyzer and bloodlines Record medical information and vital signs Readies dialysis equipment Oversees the dialysis treatment from start to finish Cannulates accesses.
- Cleans and dresses permanent and temporary catheters. Monitors patients and adjusts special equipment used on them. Interprets and documents information. Identifies irregular dialysis reactions and notifies appropriate medical team members.
- Teach patients and significant others how to manage their illness, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, and self-administration of medication.
- Records medical information and vital signs.
Critical Care RN
Oconee Memorial Hospital
03.2004 - 01.2012
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
- Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments by the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse
- Provides basic bedside care. Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by the physician. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication, and rehabilitation. Records medical information and vital signs
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess a patient's condition. Takes samples for lab work, orders prescribed lab work and evaluates/interprets lab reports. Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol Records all care information concisely, accurately, and completely, promptly, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms. Applies Hemodynamic, Phlebotomy, and IV protocols Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays, such as intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, pulmonary artery pressures, and cardiac rhythms from cardiac monitors, respirators, ventilators, manometers, oxygen pumps. Monitors catheters, leads, and tubing for proper placement and functioning
- Initiate corrective action whenever information from monitoring/life support equipment shows adverse symptomatology
Blue Ridge Women’s Care RN
Blue Ridge Women's Care
08.2003 - 03.2004
- Observe and record patient behavior
- Perform physical examinations and diagnostic tests
- Collect patient health history
- Counsel and educate patients and their families on treatment plans
- Administer medication, change wound dressings, and care for other treatment options Read and interpret patient information, and make treatment decisions when appropriate Consult with supervisors and doctors to decide on the best treatment plan for patients Direct and supervise nurses, nurse assistants, and nurse aides
- Research ways to improve healthcare processes and improve patient outcomes
Education
Baccalaureate of Science - Nursing
Newberry College
Newberry, SC02.2025
Associate - Nursing
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SC06.2003
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Hamilton Career Center
Seneca, SC06.2001
Skills
- Registered nurse with 22 years of experience
- Licensed practical nurse with two years of experience
- Certified pharmacy technician with 7 years of experience
- CPR certification
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong clinical judgment
- Professional bedside manner
- High level of autonomy
- HIPAA education
- Patient and family advocacy
- EMR systems
- Emotional awareness
- Chronic disease management
- Hospice care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Critical care
- Lab result interpretation
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Medication distribution
- Home health care
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
Timeline
Hemodialysis RN
Prisma Oconee Hospital
09.2020 - Current
Hospice RN
Cottingham Hospice House / Foothills Home Hospice
09.2019 - 08.2020
Dialysis RN
Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
01.2019 - 03.2020
Dialysis RN
Fresenius Medical
01.2012 - 01.2019
Critical Care RN
Oconee Memorial Hospital
03.2004 - 01.2012
Blue Ridge Women’s Care RN
Blue Ridge Women's Care
08.2003 - 03.2004
Associate - Nursing
Tri-County Technical College
Baccalaureate of Science - Nursing
Newberry College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Hamilton Career Center
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