ARY HERNANDEZ RN
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Compassionate energetic RN with 20 plus years of experience in the medical field.
With a diverse background, combined with a tender approach offering a delivery of care that is genuinely attentive to details, focusing on safety, ensuring patient & family comfort and satisfaction.
Committed to enhancing patient well-being and delivering high-quality care.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Cynet Health
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Travel Contract assignment 13 weeks. Level 1 trauma 630 bed hospital, Patient nurse ratio 6:1
- Provided bedside skilled nursing ensuring safety following policies & protocols.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical orders.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
RN Clinical Observations Unit
Advent Health Hospital
08.2023 - 08.2024
- 300 Bed hospital. Patient-nurse ratio varied 5-6:1
- Admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Acute Care RN
Orlando Health Hospital
11.2022 - 01.2023
- 84 bed Hospital. Patient to Nurse ratio varied 4-6:1
- Gathered patient health data through nursing SBAR handoff and utilization of EMR EPIC.
- Performed hourly rounds to assess and ensure patients safety and comfort. Assisted patients with limited mobility to restroom and/or change of position.
- Reviewed and implemented physician's orders; started intravenous fluids, administered medications and blood products.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed skilled skin care to patients with surgical incisions, deep pressure injuries, site inspections of PEG tube, JP drains, Port/fistula, tracheostomy and colostomies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge and/or transfers.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
Acute Care RN
Select Specialty Hospital South
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Critically illness 40 bed private recovery rehabilitation hospital.
- Patient to nurse ratio assignments 4 to 1
- Personalized bedside care and interactions based on cultural backgrounds of different patients.
- Worked with ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE, and using strong infection control procedures.
- Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
- Completed diagnostic tests and patient assessments to evaluate treatment progress.
- Documented work in hospital system and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver optimal patient outcomes.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Managed patients' pain relief by providing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, monitoring patients' responses and changing care plans accordingly.
- Educated families and patients regarding conditions, symptoms and care plans.
- Performed acquired skilled nursing care with compassion quality bedside manners.
RN Per Diem Traveler
Clipboard, ShiftKey
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Per Diem on demand platform of open nursing shifts throughout Florida. Worked minimum 40 hour week.
- Traveled to SNF, LTAC facilities in Florida holding 80-120 beds.
- Patient nurse ratio assignments varied from 15-28 patients to one RN
- Provided quality care to patients with comorbidities long term physical disabilities mobility issues. Patients requiring PT/OT/ST comprehensive care treating underlying conditions; COPD, Diabetes's, CHF, end-stage renal disease, end of life.
- Obtained lab orders , collected specimen sample for diagnostic testing.
- Administered ordered scheduled medications. Provided wound care and dressing changes. Administer tube feedings. Trach and Colostomy Care. Insert or d/c foley catheters. Access IV peripheral line and Phlebotomy.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EMR Point Click Care
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Travel RN
Cypress Village Retirement Community
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Delivered outstanding care to Cypress Village Retirement Community. Medical Solutions travel contract completed.
- LTAC and rehabilitation. Patient to nurse ratio 15-20:1
- Implemented physicians orders and plan of care for post hospital/operative patients with short and long term mobility disabilities and comorbidities.
- Perform Admissions, transfers and discharge. Completed comprehensive health assessments. Carefully reviewed and Implemented physicians orders.
- Administered medications via PO IV, IM, pain management and wound care. Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Performed rounds and re-assessed patient safety and comfort. Follow up with patient complaints and/or grievances.
- Educated patients and families about medications, treatments and lifestyle changes to better understand and manage condition.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
RN Floor Nurse
Avante At Orlando Rehabilitation Center SNF
12.2019 - 07.2021
- 120 bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility.
- Patient to nurse ration 25:1 Peak of COVID pandemic.
- Provided quality care. Actively perform nursing rounds. Promptly responding to call bells; Quick assessment of room environment to ensure safety and comfort.
- Assisted patients with ADLs. Prepared patients for transport, scheduled procedures and/or activities.
- Performed wound care dressing changes. Tracheostomy and colostomy care
- Administered scheduled medications, blood glucose monitoring and PEG tube feedings.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Established trust and bonded with patient and family members.
RN Floor Nurse
Palm Garden Of Orlando SNF
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Palm of Orlando 130 bed SNF LTAC and Rehabilitation facility.
- Provided quality nursing. Catered to adult and elderly patients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, chronic or degenerative conditions, recovering from traumatic injuries or illness.
- Overseeing treatment plan of care and ensuring patients receive quality care.
- Supervising staff team members to perform ADL tasks ensuring receive proper continuous care. Delegating task and assignments.
- Performed comprehensive health assessment. Admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Followed policies & protocols implemented physicians orders treatment plan.
- Performed skilled nursing procedures directly at bed side.
- Advocate and educator.
RN Floor Nurse
Keystone Rehabilitation Health Center SNF
09.2018 - 10.2019
- SNF patient to nurse ratio 25:1
- 120 Bed Short and long term care and rehabilitation center.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
- Managed care from admission to discharge
Home Health Registered Nurse
Central Florida Quality Care
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute, post operative recently discharged hospitalized patients.
- Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care. Patient to nurse ratio 1:1
- Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings
- Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
- Provided post-operative physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Implemented therapeutic treatment plan. IV ABT treatment, wound care and diagnostic lab draws.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
ResCare Home Care
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- 1:1 Patients with Acute and chronic conditions requiring continuous monitoring and skilled nursing. Tracheostomy, colostomy and PEG feedings. Supported ADL.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Integrity Health Services
05.2015 - 03.2016
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- 1:1 Patients with Acute and chronic conditions requiring continuous monitoring and skilled nursing. Tracheostomy, colostomy and PEG feedings. Supported ADL.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
RN Care Manager/Team Coordinator
Aids Healthcare Foundation
4 2013 - 9 2015
- Disease Management program primarily focused on people living with HIV/AIDs.
- Telephonically contacted Medicaid enrollees with HIV/AIDS diagnoses in specific Florida region.
- Advocate and counselor.
- RN roster consisted of 250-400 diagnosed patients.
- Completed comprehensive health assessments. Assessed members to determine compliance with HIV plan of care, coordination appointments and home care visits.
- Identified problems and/or barriers and delegate appropriate intervention and obtain resources for non compliant with antiviral treatments.
- Communicate with Medicaid other healthcare team members; physicians and case managers.
Emergency Department RN
San Jorge's Children's Hospital
06.2009 - 06.2010
- Provided acute and emergency care to infants, toddlers, and adolescents
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Patient to nurse ratio 5:1
- Provided focused assessments and first aid to non emergent patients.
- Stabilized children with active signs & symptoms of distress. Obtained vital signs, blood specimen for laboratory for diagnostic testing, provided nebulizer and respiratory treatments, pain and fever management. Accessed IV peripheral IV and 12 ECG lead.
- Assisted physicians in clinical procedures: restraints, sutures, spinal tap, splinting/casting, abscess drainage, administration of activated charcoal.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit,
- Prepared patients for transport, admissions and/or discharge
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximize positive outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Metropolitan University UMET
San Juan , Puerto Rico2009
Skills
- BILINGUAL Fluent in English & Spanish
- Knowledgeable EMR EPIC, Cerner, Point Click Care, MediTech
- Strong Ability to adjust to changes in fast paced environment
- Interpersonal communication skills Ability to triage, perform head to toe comprehensive health assessments
- Acquired nursing skills: Able to administer IV therapy, Medications, blood transfusions including TPN and tube feeding
- Able to access peripheral IV line, obtain blood samples
- Ability to insert/removal of indwelling catheters
- Able to provide wound, colostomy and trach care
- Knowledgeable of fundamentals of ECG Able to recognize dysrhythmias and lethal rhythms
Certification
- FL State License RN 9328107
- Multistate Compact license
- ACLS Expires
- BLS Expires 10/26
- PALS 04/25
- Basic ECG Certification
- TNCC 04/27
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Cynet Health
09.2024 - 11.2024
RN Clinical Observations Unit
Advent Health Hospital
08.2023 - 08.2024
Acute Care RN
Orlando Health Hospital
11.2022 - 01.2023
Acute Care RN
Select Specialty Hospital South
06.2022 - 09.2022
RN Per Diem Traveler
Clipboard, ShiftKey
03.2022 - 07.2022
Travel RN
Cypress Village Retirement Community
08.2021 - 03.2022
RN Floor Nurse
Palm Garden Of Orlando SNF
11.2020 - 06.2021
RN Floor Nurse
Avante At Orlando Rehabilitation Center SNF
12.2019 - 07.2021
RN Floor Nurse
Keystone Rehabilitation Health Center SNF
09.2018 - 10.2019
Home Health Registered Nurse
Central Florida Quality Care
01.2017 - 12.2017
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Integrity Health Services
05.2015 - 03.2016
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
ResCare Home Care
01.2015 - 04.2016
Emergency Department RN
San Jorge's Children's Hospital
06.2009 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Metropolitan University UMET
- FL State License RN 9328107
- Multistate Compact license
- ACLS Expires
- BLS Expires 10/26
- PALS 04/25
- Basic ECG Certification
- TNCC 04/27
RN Care Manager/Team Coordinator
Aids Healthcare Foundation
4 2013 - 9 2015
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