Abel Hernandez
Houston,United States
Summary
Dynamic critical care professional with extensive experience in high-pressure environments, adept at delivering exceptional patient care and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Passionate about transitioning into the research sector to leverage clinical insights and contribute to advancements in healthcare practices. Committed to bridging the gap between patient care and scientific inquiry, fostering innovative solutions that enhance treatment outcomes. Eager to apply a strong foundation in critical care to drive impactful research initiatives and improve patient lives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CV Critical Care Nurse
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
Houston, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Executed comprehensive management of IABP, HeartMate 3, and Impella devices, ensuring optimal functionality and patient safety.
- Directed CSF drain management to ensure patient safety and care.
Trauma/Surgical ICU Nurse
Harris Health System
Houston, Texas, United States
08.2023 - 02.2026
- Manage critical care for trauma and surgical patients, implementing evidence-based protocols to optimize outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as central line placement and chest tube insertion, ensuring accuracy and adherence to sterile techniques.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary teamwork in trauma scenarios, enhancing communication and intervention effectiveness.
- Implementation of CRRT & SLED via NxStage, optimizing critical care treatments.
- Titrate vasoactive and sedative drips for critically ill patients, ensuring precise medication management.
- Execute massive transfusion protocols for trauma patients, improving survival rates and reducing complications.
- Participated in the unit titration taskforce committee, educating staff on unit protocols and titration guidelines for vasoactive, inotropic, and sedation drips.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, implement critical care plans across ICU units, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Proficiently manage mechanically ventilated patients, maintaining high standards of care.
Surgical ICU Nurse
DHR Health
Edinburg, Texas, United States
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Primary night shift Charge RN for 11-bed surgical ICU.
- Managed critical care for surgical patients, facilitating shorter ICU stays and better recovery outcomes.
- Implement evidence-based protocols, achieving measurable improvements in patient recovery.
- Lead kidney transplant team as night shift charge nurse, enhancing team coordination and patient care quality.
- Provided care for trauma patients, applying CRRT (PrismaFlex) training and effectively titrating critical care medications.
- Operate mechanical ventilation systems, ensuring optimal patient respiratory support.
Medical ICU Nurse
Memorial Hermann Health System
Houston, Texas, United States
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed patient care during COVID-19 pandemic, achieving optimal outcomes through vigilant monitoring and timely treatment.
- Implemented post-myocardial infarction protocols, improving recovery times and reducing complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies, achieving measurable health improvements.
- Monitored ventilator-dependent patients for changes in respiratory status or infection risks, preventing complications and enhancing patient safety.
Patient Care Technician
The University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, Texas, United States
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Assisted patients with daily activities to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with medical standards
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, promoting a compassionate care environment.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, assisting with daily activities and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with nurses to facilitate optimal patient comfort and recovery.
Education
Master of Science - Medical Physiology
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH06-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Clear Lake, TX05-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TX05-2021
Skills
- Multi-organ transplant experience (kidney, liver, lungs)
- ACLS and BLS proficiency
- Management of advanced life support devices (CRRT, IABP, Impella, HeartMate3)
- Critical care nursing expertise
Timeline
CV Critical Care Nurse
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
01.2026 - Current
Trauma/Surgical ICU Nurse
Harris Health System
08.2023 - 02.2026
Surgical ICU Nurse
DHR Health
05.2022 - 07.2023
Medical ICU Nurse
Memorial Hermann Health System
07.2021 - 07.2022
Patient Care Technician
The University of Texas Medical Branch
01.2020 - 04.2021
Master of Science - Medical Physiology
Case Western Reserve University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Mainland