HERMINIA GARCIA
MISSION,United States
Summary
Certified Acute Care-Adult Gerontology NP with 9 years of experience in wounds, gastroenterology, family care, case management, clinical records, and emergency care. Committed to fostering strong patient relationships, improving healthcare accessibility, and providing high-quality care in both clinical and remote settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NURSE PRACTITIONER
Wound Care Management
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Assess, diagnose, and treat wounds, ensuring optimal patient outcomes
- Develop and manage personalized wound care plans, achieving measurable healing improvements
- Educate patients on treatment and lifestyle changes to enhance wound recovery
- Collaborate with nursing staff to implement effective wound management practices
- Order and review diagnostic studies to refine treatment plans, ensuring accurate care
- Advocated for patients to ensure they received necessary resources and support from healthcare providers and insurance companies alike.
NURSE PRACTITIONER
Dr. Sylvia Castillo-SY Gastroenterology
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated GI conditions, enhancing patient health outcomes
- Formulated treatment plans for GI conditions, achieving significant improvements
- Educated patients on diagnosis and lifestyle changes, boosting compliance
- Prescribed medications for GI conditions, ensuring effective management
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests, leading to accurate diagnoses
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
NURSE PRACTITIONER
Montecristo Family Clinic
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Diagnosed and treated diverse health conditions, enhancing patient outcomes through personalized care
- Developed treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions, improving patient recovery rates
- Educated patients on diagnoses, treatments, and lifestyle changes, promoting better health management
- Prescribed medications for various conditions, ensuring effective and appropriate use
- Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests and x-rays, facilitating accurate and timely diagnoses
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
RN
South Texas Health System-Emergency Dept.
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Assessed, planned, and implemented patient care in high-stress emergency settings, ensuring optimal outcomes
- Triaged patients to ensure timely and appropriate care, reducing wait times
- Provided specialized trauma and acute care for diverse age groups, delivering high-quality treatment
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
RN
Beacon of Hope Healthcare
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Delivered patient care, administered medications, and monitored vitals, ensuring high-quality outcomes
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create and implement patient care plans, boosting recovery rates
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing overall satisfaction and compliance
- Managed electronic health records, ensuring accurate and timely documentation for better patient tracking
RN QUALITY SUPERVISOR
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Ensured compliance with TJC and regulatory standards, enhancing hospital quality and safety protocols
- Conducted patient safety tracers, reporting findings to state and NDNQI, improving safety measures
- Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams to address compliance issues, improving patient safety
- Developed strategies for survey preparedness, driving compliance and quality improvements
- Analyzed and reported patient safety metrics to state agencies, driving strategic improvements in safety measures
- Implemented strategies for survey preparedness, achieving compliance enhancements and quality improvements across regulatory bodies
- Trained staff on safety and compliance standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and readiness
RN CARE MANAGER
Ageless Living Home Health
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided patient-centered care, enhancing recovery and quality of life
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans
- Educated patients and families on health management, improving compliance and satisfaction
- Achieved significant improvements in patient outcomes through dedicated care
- Provided emotional support and health education to patients and families, fostering better compliance and recovery
- Ensured precise medication administration and adherence to safety protocols, minimizing errors and enhancing patient safety
RN CARE MANAGER/ADON
Amorcitos Home Care
11.2015 - 11.2018
- Managed patient care plans, coordinated with healthcare teams, enhancing patient outcomes
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and protocols
- Implemented patient care strategies, reducing hospital readmission rates significantly
- Conducted staff training sessions, enhancing team skills and knowledge
- Resolved patient and family concerns, increasing overall satisfaction
- Provided mentorship to nursing staff, promoting professional growth and ensuring adherence to best practices
- Developed and implemented effective care plans, resulting in measurable improvements in patient health metrics
- Monitored and documented patient care activities meticulously, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and protocols
RN
Mission Regional Medical Center-Emergency Dept.
06.2015 - 12.2016
- Assessed, planned, and implemented patient care in high-stress emergency settings, ensuring optimal outcomes
- Followed care plans to meet patient goals, leading to improved patient recovery rates
- Educated patients and managed discharges efficiently, enhancing patient satisfaction
- Triaged patients to ensure timely and appropriate care, reducing wait times
- Provided specialized trauma and acute care for diverse groups, delivering high-quality treatment
Education
MASTERS - Science Nursing
Walden University
11.2021
ASSOCIATES - Nursing
South Texas College
05.2015
Certificate - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
03.2010
Skills
- Wound Management
- Gastroenterology
- Family Clinic
- Emergency Department
- Quality Supervisor
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Medical Record review and auditing
- Great Computer skills
- HIPAA-compliant communication tools
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
- Health Promotion
- Interprofessional Collaboration
Certification
- C-NP, Texas Board of Nursing, 08/31/26
- RN- Multistate, Texas Board of Nursing, 08/31/26
- BLS, American Heart Association, 01/31/25
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
NURSE PRACTITIONER
Wound Care Management
12.2023 - 03.2024
NURSE PRACTITIONER
Dr. Sylvia Castillo-SY Gastroenterology
07.2023 - 12.2023
NURSE PRACTITIONER
Montecristo Family Clinic
05.2022 - 02.2023
RN
South Texas Health System-Emergency Dept.
11.2021 - 03.2022
RN
Beacon of Hope Healthcare
04.2021 - 07.2021
RN QUALITY SUPERVISOR
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
03.2019 - 04.2021
RN CARE MANAGER
Ageless Living Home Health
11.2018 - 01.2019
RN CARE MANAGER/ADON
Amorcitos Home Care
11.2015 - 11.2018
RN
Mission Regional Medical Center-Emergency Dept.
06.2015 - 12.2016
ASSOCIATES - Nursing
South Texas College
Certificate - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
MASTERS - Science Nursing
Walden University
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