Georgina Hernandez
Hillside,NJ
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse with over 20 years of inpatient nursing experience in fast-paced hospital settings, including medical-surgical, telemetry, step-down, and progressive care units. Experienced in floating to multiple inpatient units while delivering safe, high-quality patient-centered care. Seeking per diem inpatient and ambulatory outpatient nursing opportunities where strong clinical judgment, adaptability, communication, and compassionate care contribute to positive patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Nurse
Caliber Health Plus
Rutherford, NJ
01.2025 - Current
- Perform nursing assessments and monitor patient health status in home care settings.
- Assess vital signs, identify changes in patient conditions, and communicate findings appropriately to healthcare providers and caregivers.
- Supervise Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) and ensure adherence to individualized patient care plans.
- Maintain communication with patients and families to evaluate overall well-being and determine whether hospitalization or significant health changes have occurred.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding health management, safety, and continuity of care.
Remote Volunteer Triage Nurse
Headquarters of Jehovah’s Witnesses
Wallkill, NY
11.2021 - Current
- Assess patient needs to determine urgency and prioritize care effectively.
- Provide clinical advice to patients and families, enhancing understanding of health issues.
- Facilitate collaboration among healthcare teams to enhance communication efficiency.
- Counsel patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Enhance patient satisfaction by efficiently prioritizing and addressing urgent medical concerns in a timely manner.
- Maintain a calm and professional demeanor during high-stress situations, effectively managing patient expectations and alleviating concerns.
- Provide clear and concise instructions to patients regarding home care plans, ensuring proper understanding and adherence to treatment protocols.
Registered Nurse – Telemetry/PCU (Per Diem)
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Newark, NJ
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Provided direct patient care, including medication administration, cardiac telemetry monitoring, assessments, and patient education.
- Administered and monitored continuous IV cardiac drips including Milrinone and Bivalirudin.
- Floated to various telemetry and progressive care units including A4, A6, B4, and B6 while caring for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families regarding medications, treatments, discharge instructions, and disease management.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and prioritized interventions in fast-paced acute care environments.
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/PCU
University Hospital
Newark, NJ
04.2006 - 12.2024
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care in high-acuity medical-surgical, telemetry, neurological, and progressive care unit settings.
- Managed complex patient populations including neurological, cardiac, gastrointestinal, liver, trauma, orthopedic, psychiatric, and post-surgical patients.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and the ability to work effectively under pressure in fast-paced inpatient environments.
- Administered medications safely via oral, intravenous, and intramuscular routes while monitoring patient responses and outcomes.
- Collaborated closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to provide coordinated, patient-centered care and improve clinical outcomes.
- Educated patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, disease processes, and discharge instructions.
- Recognized for compassionate patient care, empathy, professionalism, and strong communication skills.
Group Fitness Instructor
Stepping Forward Counseling Center
Chatham, NJ
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Conducted aerobic and group fitness classes promoting cardiovascular health, physical activity, and overall wellness.
- Fostered a supportive and motivating environment while encouraging healthy lifestyle changes and consistency.
- Utilized strong communication and coaching skills to engage participants and adapt exercises to varying fitness levels.
- Promoted teamwork, encouragement, and confidence-building through structured fitness instruction.
Group Fitness Instructor
Crisanity Workout Team
Linden, NJ
07.2019 - 06.2024
- Led group fitness and aerobic exercise classes focused on promoting physical wellness, motivation, and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and motivational coaching skills while working with individuals of varying fitness levels.
- Encouraged participant engagement through positive reinforcement, empathy, and individualized support.
- Developed strong interpersonal and public speaking skills through health and wellness instruction.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Union Hospital
Union, NJ
09.2002 - 09.2003
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and monitored vital signs.
- Provided therapeutic communication and emotional support to patients.
- Documented intake/output, vital signs, and patient care activities accurately.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Ashbrook Nursing Home
Scotch Plains, NJ
07.2001 - 07.2002
- Assisted residents with daily care needs while promoting comfort and safety.
- Supported nursing staff with patient monitoring and care activities.
- Developed strong patient communication and compassionate caregiving skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
10.2026
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Experience
Telemetry Monitoring
Medication & IV Administration
Continuous IV Drip Management
Milrinone & Bivalirudin Drips
Direct Patient Care
Physical Assessments
Patient Monitoring
Care Planning & Discharge Planning
Emergency Response
Tracheostomy Care
Wound Care
Infection Control
Family & Patient Education
Preventive Health
Professional Bedside Manner
Emotional Awareness & Compassionate Care
Family Advocacy
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
Electronic Documentation
Fluent in Spanish
Certification
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- PCU (Progressive Care Unit) Certification
- Group Fitness Instructor Certification
- Aerobic Instructor Certification
Languages
English – Fluent
Native or Bilingual
Spanish – Fluent
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Telemetry/PCU (Per Diem)
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
11.2025 - 03.2026
Field Nurse
Caliber Health Plus
01.2025 - Current
Group Fitness Instructor
Stepping Forward Counseling Center
09.2022 - 06.2024
Remote Volunteer Triage Nurse
Headquarters of Jehovah’s Witnesses
11.2021 - Current
Group Fitness Instructor
Crisanity Workout Team
07.2019 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/PCU
University Hospital
04.2006 - 12.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Union Hospital
09.2002 - 09.2003
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Ashbrook Nursing Home
07.2001 - 07.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University