GERZAYN HERNANDEZ
Washington,DC
Summary
Highly motivated individual with extensive experience providing direct patient care in hospital settings. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with nursing staff, other healthcare professionals, and patients to promote quality patient care. Possesses strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and an unwavering commitment to compassionate patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Technician
Johns Hopkins University
07.2023 - Current
- Ensured a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control procedures and proper equipment handling techniques.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, gathering vital signs, medical histories, and presenting symptoms for accurate diagnosis.
- Improved patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication skills.
- Helped maintain a clean clinical environment through regular equipment sterilization procedures, reducing the risk of infections or complications.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
AYA HEALTHCARE
10.2020 - Current
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER
05.2018 - 06.2022
- Measured patient vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks
- Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families
- Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines
- Helped with safely transferring patients in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment
- Obtained lab specimens per straight catheter, venipuncture and nasal and pharyngeal swabs
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
- Assisted physicians with patient treatments by administering injections and performing EKGs
- Coordinated patient care with other healthcare and support professionals
- Anticipated patients' anxieties and answered relevant questions to comfort patients
- Assisted patients with bathing and grooming
- Safeguarded medical records to secure patient information and maintain patient confidentiality
- Took temperatures, blood pressure and weight to prepare patients for examinations
VOLUNTEER
CHILDRENS INTERNATIONAL
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Volunteered with children from Africa in Medical aide using my talents as a CNA
- Assisted Registered Nurses in providing care with homeless children in the community
ER TECHNICIAN
NOVANT HEALTH FORSYTH MEDICAL CENTER
05.2014 - 06.2021
- Assisted physicians with patient treatments by administering injections and performing EKGs
Education
CERTIFICATION IN NURSING AIDE -
FORSYTH TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Winston-Salem, NC03.2023
Skills
- IV insertion
- Phlebotomy
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Wound Care
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- EMR Systems
- Responding to Emergencies
- Quick Problem Solver
- ADLs Assistance
Certification
- Nurse Aide 1
- Nurse Aide 2
References
- Jody Smitherman, Assistant Nurse Manager, Emergency Department, Novant Health, (336) 314-1472, jody.smitherman@novanthealth.org
- Linda Walker, Nursing Supervisor, Aya Healthcare, (540) 907-7730, roseyeve1982@yahoo.com
- Jill Muldowney, Charge Registered Nurse, Aya Healthcare, (631) 377-1037, muldowneyjillian@gmail.com
Volunteer Experience
CHILDRENS INTERNATIONAL, Atlanta, GA, 03/01/21, 05/01/22, Volunteered with children from Africa in Medical aide using my talents as a CNA. Assisted Registered Nurses in providing care with homeless children in the community.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Clinical Technician
Johns Hopkins University
07.2023 - Current
VOLUNTEER
CHILDRENS INTERNATIONAL
03.2021 - 05.2022
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
AYA HEALTHCARE
10.2020 - Current
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
WAKE FOREST BAPTIST MEDICAL CENTER
05.2018 - 06.2022
ER TECHNICIAN
NOVANT HEALTH FORSYTH MEDICAL CENTER
05.2014 - 06.2021
CERTIFICATION IN NURSING AIDE -
FORSYTH TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
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