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Hennessy Alvarado

Cathedral City,CA

Summary

Patient-oriented and provides quality care to patients in the clinical settings. Delivers excellent communication. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Able to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures. Fast paced learner and willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and/or help coworkers. Offering experience with Cardiac and telemetry patients.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Eisenhower Health
06.2024 - Current
  • Delivered specialized nursing care to patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions, including pre- and post-operative cardiac surgery patients.
  • Monitored cardiac telemetry, vital signs, and hemodynamic parameters to detect changes in patient condition and respond promptly.
  • Administered medications, IV drips, and other cardiovascular therapies in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and rehabilitation staff to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, post-operative care, medication management, and lifestyle modifications to support long-term heart health.
  • Utilized advanced technologies such as EKG, arterial lines, and pacemakers to support critically ill patients.



Student Transition Associate Residency Program

Eisenhower Health -Cardiovascular Unit
06.2023 - Current
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to four patients concurrently with focus on quality care.



Certified Nursing Assistant

Eisenhower Health -Pediatric/Med-Surg
07.2018 - 06.2023
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Catering Associate

Eisenhower Health
02.2018 - 06.2018
  • Executed synchronized meal service simultaneously serving multiple guests.
  • Maintained high level of verbal and written communication within scope of position.
  • Well educated on foods appropriate to patient diets.
  • Communicated appropriately with all patients, young persons and vulnerable adults, and ensured safe environment is maintained at all times.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
12-2025

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CA
12.2023

Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant

Desert Valley Nursing Institute
Palm Desert, CA
10.2017

High School Diploma -

Palm Springs High School
Palm Springs, CA
05.2017

Skills

  • BLS CPR Certified
  • ACLS Certified
  • NIHSS
  • Student Preceptor
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Bedside Charting- Epic and Cerner
  • Reliable team player
  • Attention to detail

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Computer Experience

EPIC, Cerner, Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Firefox, Safari, Chrome. 

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Eisenhower Health
06.2024 - Current

Student Transition Associate Residency Program

Eisenhower Health -Cardiovascular Unit
06.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Eisenhower Health -Pediatric/Med-Surg
07.2018 - 06.2023

Catering Associate

Eisenhower Health
02.2018 - 06.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

College of The Desert

Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant

Desert Valley Nursing Institute

High School Diploma -

Palm Springs High School