Abigail Hermes
Denver,CO
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with experience providing direct patient care in a fast-paced medical-surgical/sepsis unit, as well as supporting individuals with diverse physical and cognitive needs in therapeutic and adaptive recreational settings. Skilled in patient monitoring, patient safety, de-escalation, EHR documentation, and maintaining focus in high-stress environments. Known for strong communication, attention to detail, and a calm, patient-centered approach. Seeking to apply my clinical experience and adaptability in a 911 EMT role while continuing to develop my emergency medical skills and gain hands-on experience in prehospital care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Provider Support
Sundance Outdoor Therapy
Denver, CO
08.2024 - Current
- Coordinated activities and prepared materials and horses for equine-assisted therapy sessions, ensuring readiness to meet client needs.
- Facilitated communication with providers and volunteers about session requirements and expectations, promoting clarity and alignment.
- Assisted clients during therapeutic activities, enhancing postural stability, balance, and safety to support overall therapeutic goals.
- Maintained clean, organized environments to ensure safety and support for all participants.
Specialized Aquatics Instructor
Parker Recreation Center
Parker, CO
09.2025 - 06.2026
- Delivered individualized swim instruction for individuals with disabilities, tailoring lessons to meet unique abilities and goals.
- Adapted teaching methods to ensure accessibility of drowning prevention, self-rescue, and water safety skills for individuals with diverse needs.
- Educated clients and families on effective water safety techniques and ongoing skill development strategies to enhance safety awareness.
- Collaborated with clients, families, and caregivers to establish personalized objectives and create a supportive learning environment that promoted confidence and independence in water safety.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Anthony's Hospital
Lakewood, Colorado
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Provided direct patient care to medically complex patients, assisting with activities of daily living including bathing, toileting, grooming, feeding, repositioning, and ambulation.
- Monitored patients for changes in condition and communicated abnormal findings to nursing staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Obtained and documented vital signs, blood glucose levels, EKGs, and other patient care measurements to support effective treatment planning.
- Assisted with fall prevention and safe patient transfers, ensuring mobility while upholding patient safety and dignity.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - B.A. in Exercise Science
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO05-2030
Basic EKG: Essentials of Cardiac Monitoring and Interpretation Certificate -
Unitek EMT
Tempe, AZEmergency Medical Technician -
Unitek EMT
Tempe, AZ08-2026
Certified Nursing Assistant -
South Denver School of Nursing Arts
Centennial, CO03-2025
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School
Norcross, GA12-2024
Skills
- Patient Care Techniques
- Patient observation
- EHR documentation
- Emergency Response
- Client Engagement
- De-escalation techniques
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Focus under stress
- Adaptive problem solving
Timeline
Specialized Aquatics Instructor
Parker Recreation Center
09.2025 - 06.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Anthony's Hospital
04.2025 - 08.2025
Provider Support
Sundance Outdoor Therapy
08.2024 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - B.A. in Exercise Science
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Basic EKG: Essentials of Cardiac Monitoring and Interpretation Certificate -
Unitek EMT
Emergency Medical Technician -
Unitek EMT
Certified Nursing Assistant -
South Denver School of Nursing Arts
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School