Cheryl Hernandez
Lowell,IN
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Palos Hospital, excelling in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction through effective education and individualized care plans. Strong clinical judgment and commitment to infection control have led to improved patient outcomes and a culture of safety within the healthcare team.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Palos Hospital
Palos Heights
01.2006 - 11.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in accordance with care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective patient care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and post-discharge instructions.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and optimize care delivery.
- Implemented infection control protocols, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing team performance and patient care quality.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and reducing reporting timeframes.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing overall patient satisfaction scores.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Bridge Highschool
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Palos Hospital
01.2006 - 11.2025
High School Diploma -
The Bridge Highschool