Alyssa Fernandez
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Baptist Medical Center, excelling in patient assessment and emergency response. Proven ability to develop effective care plans and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing patient outcomes in high-pressure environments. Skilled in advanced cardiac life support and committed to providing compassionate care.
Compassionate Critical Care Nurse with background in providing care in high-stress environments. Skilled in rapidly assessing patient conditions and developing immediate care plans. Strengths include effective communication, teamwork, and ability to stay calm under pressure. Contributed to improved patient outcomes through vigilant monitoring and proactive interventions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
06.2024 - Current
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Adhered to infection control measures such as hand hygiene compliance monitoring.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
- Operated and maintained life support systems and other medical equipment with precision and care.
- Administered medications, monitored dosages, and observed patient reactions in a high-stakes environment.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients' families, helping them navigate complex medical information.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Provided direct and indirect patient care in a Medical Intensive Care Unit.
Cardiac Cath Lab Nurse Holding
Baptist Medical Center
San Antonio, Tx
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Baptist Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Actively participated in unit meetings regarding changes in policy or procedures related to PCU services.
- Observed, evaluated, recorded and reported symptoms, reactions and progress of residents.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Coordinated communication between physicians, family members, and other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care.
- Participated in daily rounds with the healthcare team to discuss patient progress and plan of care changes.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered intravenous fluids or blood transfusions when needed per physician orders.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX12-2021
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX12-2017
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Life support operation
- Care plan development
- Electronic health records
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Ventilator management
- Chest tube management
- Intravenous therapy
- Sedation management
- Seizure management
- Oxygen therapy
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Enteral feeding
- Telemetry monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- IV setup
Timeline
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Nurse Holding
Baptist Medical Center
06.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse, PCU
Baptist Medical Center
02.2022 - 06.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing