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Christina Hernandez

Fresno,CA

Summary

I have been a nurse for 10 plus years, I enjoy working with patients and staff. I am reliable. I can bring to this organization, positive reinforcement and work great as a team player.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead LVN

Adventist Health
Fowler, CA
02.2023 - Current

Work with 36 specialty providers, I also do the providers schedule management. Order and administer medications and order supplies for the different areas of the clinic. Back up coordinator for the VFC (vaccine for children) program. Assist with procedures.( toe nail removal, suture/staple removal, EKG, Tongue release.) Lead LVN duties ( eRxPools, GIC, patient rounding, Hand hygiene, patient calls, QC logs.) COVID 19, RSV, STREP testing, diabetes testing. Allergy weekly injections, help get auth’s for and schedule general surgeries and colonoscopies.

Practice Manager

Adventist Health System
Fowler, CA
04.2019 - 02.2023
  • Coordinated with physicians to optimize appointment schedules and maximize daily patient flow.
  • Ordered all office supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Enhanced staff productivity by providing comprehensive training programs and regular performance evaluations.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance projects, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Provided outstanding support to entire staff which helped improve process flow and boosted efficiency.
  • Oversaw the hiring process for new employees, selecting candidates who aligned with the practice''s mission and values.
  • Developed close working relationships with front office and back office staff.
  • Provided supervision and management to team of support personnel.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, ensuring a high level of care and satisfaction throughout their experience.
  • Assisted with difficult conversation with staff.
  • Help conduct POC meetings.
  • Supervise Medical Assistants.

Help ambulate patients.

Lead LVN

Adventist Health System
Kerman, CA
03.2012 - 04.2019
  • Did schedules for providers and Medical Assistants.
  • VFC (vaccine for children) coordinator.
  • Ordered and administered medication and ordered office supplies.
  • Assisted with circumcisions.
  • Helped conduct POC meetings

Medical Assistant

Family Planning Associates
Fresno, CA
01.1995 - 05.2012
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Measured patient spirometry.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.

CNA

Beverly Manor
Fresno, CA
06.1990 - 01.1995
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

Education

LVN - Nursing

Clovis Adult Education
Clovis, CA
10.2008

Skills

  • ICD-10
  • Staff Supervision
  • Quality Assessments
  • Patient Care
  • Breathing Treatments
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Call Answering and Assistance
  • Medication Administration
  • Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System HCPCS
  • Attention to Detail
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • Vital signs
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Intake
  • Outpatient Care
  • Immunization Administration

Accomplishments

IV certification, BLS, LVN

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lead LVN

Adventist Health
02.2023 - Current

Practice Manager

Adventist Health System
04.2019 - 02.2023

Lead LVN

Adventist Health System
03.2012 - 04.2019

Medical Assistant

Family Planning Associates
01.1995 - 05.2012

CNA

Beverly Manor
06.1990 - 01.1995

LVN - Nursing

Clovis Adult Education
Christina Hernandez