Amy Herrera
3132 W St Catherine Ave, Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Energetic and compassionate Registered Nurse eager to embark on a fulfilling career in Labor and Delivery. Passionate about women's health and committed to providing exceptional care during the childbirth process. Possessing a solid foundation in nursing principles, patient advocacy, and a commitment to promoting positive birthing experiences. Demonstrated adaptability and a quick learner, ready to contribute my nursing skills, empathy, and dedication to a dynamic labor and delivery team. Adaptable and driven with a strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivating environments. Excited to apply my knowledge and learn new skills in this specialized and rewarding field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Banner Desert Medical Center
Mesa, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Reviewed staffing patterns and census of nursing units, meeting staffing needs
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Banner Desert Medical Center
Mesa, AZ
08.2022 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
Labor and Delivery Shadow Shift
Banner Desert Medical Center
Mesa, AZ
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare team members regarding patient assessment data and plan of care implementation.
- Provided emotional support to laboring women throughout the birthing process.
- Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
Clinical Experience
Mayo Clinic
Phoenix, AZ
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Under direct supervision by the Registered Nurse during my Critical Rotation in the PCU, ICU, and ED units, I assisted with Medication Administration oral, subcutaneous, intravenous routes and provided medication education to the patient and their family members. Collected and monitored vitals signs and labs. Placed IVs, Foley Catheters, and Wound Care. Provided post-mortem care. Changed soiled linens to clean linens. Repositioning patients to prevent pressure ulcers every 2 hours. Answered call lights and implemented therapeutic communication.
Clinical Experience
Banner University Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Under direct supervision by the Registered Nurse during my Medical-Surgical Rotation in the COVID unit I assisted with Medication Administration oral, subcutaneous, intravenous routes and provided medication education to the patient and their family members. Collected and monitored vitals signs. Placed IVs, Foley Catheters, Wound Care. Repositioning patients every 2 hours to prevent pressure ulcers. Changing soiled linens to clean linens. Answered call lights and implemented therapeutic communication, while adhering to the airborne precautions.
Clinical Experience
Banner Desert Medical Center
Mesa, CA
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Under direct supervision by the Registered Nurse during my Medical-Surgical rotation I assisted with medication administration oral, subcutaneous, intravenous routes and provided medication education to the patient and their family members. Collected and monitored vitals signs. Placed IVs, Foley Catheters, and ambulated patients. Provided wound care and ostomy care. Repositioned patients every 2 hours to prevent pressure ulcers. Changed soiled linens to clean linens. Answered patients call lights and implemented therapeutic communication, collaborated with the nurse to provide quality patient care.
Work Study Student
South Mountain Community College
Phoenix, AZ
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with AAEC Highschool students with Storytelling
- Contributed to development, planning and completion of project initiatives
Managers Assistant
Central Phoenix OBGYN
Phoenix, AZ
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Delivered high-quality administrative and customer service to sustain patient and work flows.
- Applied HIPAA privacy and security regulations while handling patient information.
- Carried out daily tasks by professionally communicating SBAR with physicians, nurse practitioners, and medical assistants.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Entered insurance, demographics and health history information into the patients chart.
- Referral Coordinator
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ08-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ05.2022
Certificate of Completion Practical Nursing -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ07.2021
Associate of Arts -
Maricopa Community Colleges - South Mountain Community College
Phoenix, AZ05.2020
High School Diploma -
Cesar Chavez High School
Laveen, AZ05.2018
Skills
- Spanish: Reading, Writing, Speaking
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Advocacy
- Empathy
- Basic Life Support for Providers
- Fast Learner
- Pyxis Med Station
- EHR: Cerner
- myStaffing
Timeline
Labor and Delivery Shadow Shift
Banner Desert Medical Center
01.2024 - 01.2024
Charge Nurse
Banner Desert Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Banner Desert Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Clinical Experience
Mayo Clinic
02.2022 - 05.2022
Clinical Experience
Banner University Medical Center
10.2021 - 11.2021
Clinical Experience
Banner Desert Medical Center
02.2021 - 03.2021
Work Study Student
South Mountain Community College
07.2019 - 05.2020
Managers Assistant
Central Phoenix OBGYN
06.2017 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Certificate of Completion Practical Nursing -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Phoenix College
Associate of Arts -
Maricopa Community Colleges - South Mountain Community College
High School Diploma -
Cesar Chavez High School