ALNALEE FERNANDEZ
~Compassionate Registered Nurse specializing in pre-operative and post-operative care. Provided pre-procedural assessments, patient education, and support to surgical teams, enhancing patient's recovery process.
~Experienced in IV insertions, medication safety, consent verification, and safety surgical and infection control protocols.
~Experienced in reducing patient's anxiety and explaining procedures in clear terms for diverse patient populations (e.g. pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients).
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pre-Op
2 Years 8 Months***Provided comprehensive pre-op care for both inpatient and outpatient populations: Cases include Endoscopy, General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, CVIR, Neuro and Spine Surgery, Orthopedics (TJC Gold Seal), Urology, Gynecology, ENT, Dental/Oral and Eye surgeries for pediatric patients, Plastic Surgery
***WORK GAP (February 2026 to present): Focused on Family Care and did RN MD License Renewal, BLS, ACLS, and did Immunization modules.
Registered Nurse, Pre-Op/PACU PRN
6 Months***Cases handled: General surgery, Endoscopy, ENT, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastic Surgery
***Special Note:
Chose to focus on full-time role during pregnancy (September 2023).
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit (4A)
7 Months- The unit is mainly focused on Post General-Surgical patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and patient's condition, identifying changes and responding promptly to emergencies. Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, educated patients and families on patients' surgical recovery, disease management, and post-discharge teachings.
- Did flu vaccine administration to patients during their stay in the hospital (once consented, part of admission protocol during flu season).
Registered Nurse, PACU
2 Years 9 Months- Did both Phase I and Phase II
- Cared for both inpatient and outpatient populations
- Cases handled mostly: General surgery, Endoscopy, Orthopedics, OB-GYN, Thoracic, Urology
- Monitored and assessed patient recovery. Administered medications and managed pain control protocols effectively. Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure seamless patient handoffs. Developed individualized care plans based on patient needs and assessments.
- WORK GAP: (September 2022 - October 2022): Prepared for work transition from Philippines to United States of America.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
8 Months- Aside from general Medical-Surgical cases, we also are able to take care of post-ICU patients (similar to PCU overflow).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Accomplishments
- Preceptor- Trained our 3 newly hired nurses (2024-2026) before I finished my contingency work contract at Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, special diets and home instructions to patients and their family.
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by assessing patients, addressed abnormalities and referred to surgeon / anesthesiologist as needed, and provide proper medication administration.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS): 08-31-2028
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS): 10-31-2026 (renewal schedule class on Aug. 5, 2026 Wednesday)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): 06-30-2027
- Immunization: You Call the Shots - Vaccine Administration 2026 (Web-based) Audit Only Version: 07/29/2026
- Immunization: You Call the Shots - Module Ten - Storage and Handling 2026 (Web-based) Audit Only Version: 07/31/2026
- RN Maryland License R257269: 09/28/2028