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Carmen S. Hernandez

Harlingen

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at New Horizons/BCHC, handling critical situations with patients, subordinates and providers. Known for exceptional clinical judgment and compassion, adept at leading teams to enhance patient outcomes. Excelled in mentoring staff and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Fluent in Spanish, ensuring effective communication and patient care.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

New Horizons/BCHC
06.1999 - 05.2024
  • Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
  • Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX
06-1998

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Documentation and charting
  • Collecting vitals
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Managing deadlines
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Infection control measures
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient management
  • Licensed RN
  • EMR systems
  • Team coordination
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Diabetes management
  • EMR / EHR
  • High level of autonomy
  • Chronic disease management
  • Staff supervision
  • HIPAA education
  • Mobility assistance
  • Call triaging
  • Evaluations
  • FLUENT in Spanish
  • Setting up referrals

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of about 60 staff members.
  • Collaborated with a team of 4-6 RNs/LVN and clerical staff weekly to promote quality, continuity and safety for all 3 clinic sites.
  • Clinical resources management
  • Strong work ethic
  • Staff scheduling
  • Recruiting and Hiring
  • Decision-Making
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Leadership an Guidance
  • Nursing Ethics
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Medical Equipment Setup
  • Task and work prioritization
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Staff educational Programming
  • Nurse Education and training
  • Staff evaluations
  • Issue resolutions

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
  • TEXAS Driver's License
  • First Aid Certification-BLS AHA 2/25-2/27
  • CPR/AED Certification-BLS 2/2025-2/2027


Languages

English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse

New Horizons/BCHC
06.1999 - 05.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Texas Southmost College

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