Gerardo Cantu-Hernandez Jr.
San Juan,TX
Summary
Dedicated ADN graduate with over 250 clinical hours delivering care in Level 1 Trauma, ICU, Emergency, Telemetry, and Medical-Surgical settings. Brings proven ability to rapidly assess, prioritize, and intervene in high-acuity patient situations with a focus on safety, teamwork, and evidence-based care. Skilled in emergency response, critical thinking under pressure, and interdisciplinary collaboration to drive positive patient outcomes. Known for strong clinical judgment, adaptability in dynamic environments, and the ability to contribute to high-performing teams from day one. Committed to advancing clinical excellence while providing compassionate, patient-centered care in fast-paced acute care environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nursing Student
Mcallen Medical Center
McAllen, TX
04.2025 - 05.2025
- Completed over 80 hours of clinical training in a high-acuity Level 1 Trauma Center Emergency Department.
- Assisted in trauma activations, stroke codes, STEMI alerts, sepsis protocols, and rapid response interventions.
- Supported airway management, intubations, central line placements, IV therapy, and emergency wound care procedures.
- Performed rapid head-to-toe assessments, triage prioritization, 12-lead EKG acquisition, and blood culture collection.
- Demonstrated clinical judgment, adaptability, and critical thinking in fast-paced, high-volume emergency situations.
- Collaborated closely with emergency physicians, trauma surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based, lifesaving care.
Clinical Student Nurse
McAllen Heart Hospital
McAllen, TX
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Completed over 60 clinical hours providing care to high-acuity cardiac patients in the Telemetry Unit and Operating Room.
- Monitored telemetry patients for arrhythmias and ischemic changes, escalated critical findings, and supported emergency interventions.
- Assisted in preoperative and intraoperative patient care, maintaining sterile fields, surgical counts, and specimen handling during cardiac and vascular surgeries.
- Developed strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills in fast-paced cardiac care environments.
- Documented assessments and interventions accurately in EHR, reinforcing patient safety and evidence-based practice.
Clinical Nursing Student
Mission Regional Medical Center
Mission, TX
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Completed over 60 clinical hours providing care to critically ill patients across the ICU, Emergency Department, and Medical-Surgical Unit.
- Assisted with ventilator management, IV medication titration, hemodynamic monitoring, and emergency stabilization during trauma activations and code blue events.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments, wound care, medication administration, and discharge education for diverse patient populations.
- Demonstrated rapid critical thinking, clinical judgment, and adaptability in high-acuity, fast-paced environments.
- Collaborated with physicians, respiratory therapists, nurses, and case managers to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care while maintaining accurate EHR documentation.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
South Texas College
McAllen, TX05-2025
Skills
- Rapid Patient Assessment, Triage Prioritization, and Early Recognition of Deterioration
- Critical Thinking and Clinical Judgment in High-Acuity, Fast-Paced Environments
- Emergency Response Support: Code Blue, Trauma Activation, and Rapid Stabilization Assistance
- Intravenous (IV) Therapy, Blood Draws, Foley Catheter Placement, and Oxygen Therapy Administration
- Continuous Cardiac Monitoring and Basic EKG Rhythm Interpretation
- Safe and Accurate Medication Administration: IV, IM, SubQ, and PO Routes
- Effective Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Patient-Centered Communication
- Proficient in Electronic Health Record (EHR) Documentation with Emphasis on Accuracy and Timeliness
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association — Expires 2026
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
References
Cynthia M. Rios, DNP, RN, FNP
Associate Degree Nursing Instructor
South Texas College – Nursing and Allied Health Campus (B2.308)
Phone: (956) 872-3144
Email: cmena@southtexascollege.edu
Melinda Tellez, MSN, RN
Associate Degree Nursing Faculty
South Texas College – Nursing and Allied Health Campus (A216)
Phone: (956) 872-3107
Email: mtellez_5747@southtexascollege.edu
Aldo G. Rodriguez, BSN, RN
Emergency Room Nurse
South Texas Health System McAllen (McAllen Medical Center)
Phone: (956) 322-2554
Victoria A. Trevino, BSN, RN
Emergency Room Nurse
South Texas Health System McAllen (McAllen Medical Center)
Phone: (956) 310-8064
Timeline
Clinical Nursing Student
Mcallen Medical Center
04.2025 - 05.2025
Clinical Student Nurse
McAllen Heart Hospital
01.2025 - 03.2025
Clinical Nursing Student
Mission Regional Medical Center
01.2024 - 03.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing -
South Texas College
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