Brenda Hernandez
Simpson Youth Academy
Iowa City,IA
2
Languages
3
years of professional experience
Dedicated healthcare worker that focuses on providing patient-centered care. Offers bilingual capabilities in hopes of reaching diverse populations. Developed hands on skills in patient communication, obtaining vital signs, and assisting patients with daily activities. Seeking the ability to gain more knowledge and patient experience while working with other's to create an impact on the healthcare system.
Work History
Patient Care Technician
1 Year 1 Month- Provided pediatric patient's with hygienic cares, feeding assistance, toileting, linen changes, company, and ambulation assistance
- Assisted nurses with 1:1 sitter care for EDO patients and SI patients.
- Developed skills on how to grab weights and vitals on a full range of different ages
- Communicate with family members and loved ones to make their stay easier and provided them with resources when needed
Mentor
3 Years 4 Months- Mentored youth through providing a safe space for them to ask questions about faith and social justice
- Lead small group to inspire young people to connect with each other and be vulnerable
- Developed skills on how to deescalate situations and mentor young adults through moments of conflict
- Developed methods of communication for different groups of people.
- Interacted with different people with various cultures and backgrounds.
Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Years- Provided direct patient care with bathing, grooming, toileting, and ambulating.
- Developed skills on how to take vitals and document it in the patient's chart
- Communicated effectively with nurses and other certified nursing assistant to ensure that safety of patient's and a positive working environment
- Served as an advocate for patient's and listened to their concerns and assisted them in any way possible that was within my scope of practice
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
- Dean's List [Fall 2024, Spring 2025]
- President's List [Fall 2025, Spring 2026]
- [Kay Janice Green, B.S.N.) Scholarship Recipient
- [Joanne and William Conway Nursing Scholarship] Scholarship Recipient
- Extracurricular Activities: [Multicultural Nursing Association Club]
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
- Honor Roll [Fall/Spring 2022-2024]
- [4.0]GPA
Skills
-CPR Certification
-Deescalation and conflict resolution
-Working with diverse populations
-Bilingual Communication; English and Spanish
-Adaptability in high stress situations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
University Of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital
09.2025 - CurrentRead More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Clarke County Hospital
09.2023 - 09.2025Read More
Mentor
Simpson Youth Academy
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nursing
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Southwestern Community College
Associate of Science from Pre-Nursing
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