Imelda Hernandez
Laredo
Summary
Compassionate Bedside Nurse with experience in providing direct patient care, managing patient recovery, and administering medications. Strong ability to build rapport with patients, families, and medical teams. Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication. Made a significant impact by improving patient satisfaction scores in previous roles.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bedside Nurse
Laredo Medical Center
Laredo
11.2022 - Current
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Managed time efficiently between multiple tasks throughout shift.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Senior Assistant Manager
Cinemark Movies 16
Laredo
05.2008 - Current
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to operations, safety, and customer service.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly while ensuring a positive shopping experience.
- Interviewed prospective employees and provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Office Manager / LVN
Vara Health
Laredo
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Provided care for immigrant patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining the confidentiality of company documents and personal records.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transaction regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requestions and stocking and shipment receiving
Hospice LVN
Vara Hospice
Laredo
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care in accordance with hospice protocols
- Collaborated with hospice team to ensure comfort, dignity, and support for patients and families
Wound Care Nurse / Floor Nurse
Laredo Nursing & Rehabilitation West
Laredo
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Assessed, cleaned, and dressed wounds
- Collaborated with healthcare team on patient care plans
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Laredo College
05.2025
Vocational Nursing Certificate -
Laredo College
01.2022
Associate of Science -
Laredo College
01.2019
Phlebotomy Certificate -
Laredo College
01.2016
Skills
- Hospice Care
- Immigrant Health
- Patient Advocacy
- Scheduling
- Census Reports
- Medication Administration
- EMR Documentation
- Wound care management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Team Leadership
Leadership And Other Experience
Senior Assistant Manager, Cinemark Movies 16, Laredo, TX, 05/2008, Present, Hired, trained, and evaluated employees, Managed safety briefings, emergency procedures, and scheduling, Led operations, inventory control, and customer service resolutions
Certification
- BLS, American Heart Association, 2022
- Texas Nursing Jurisprudence, 2022
Honors And Awards
- Lamar Bruni Vergara Scholarship, 2016, 2021-2022, 2024-2025
- NSF S-STEM Grant Recipient, 2017
- Dean's List Recognition, 2016
Education And Licensure
- Registered Nurse Candidate, 05/2025, Laredo College
- Associate Degree in Nursing, Laredo College
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), 2022, Laredo College
Additional Education
- Associate of Science, 2019, Laredo College
- Phlebotomy Certificate, 2016, Laredo College
Timeline
Office Manager / LVN
Vara Health
08.2023 - 02.2025
Hospice LVN
Vara Hospice
08.2023 - 02.2025
Bedside Nurse
Laredo Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Wound Care Nurse / Floor Nurse
Laredo Nursing & Rehabilitation West
09.2022 - 03.2023
Senior Assistant Manager
Cinemark Movies 16
05.2008 - Current
Associate Degree - Nursing
Laredo College
Vocational Nursing Certificate -
Laredo College
Associate of Science -
Laredo College
Phlebotomy Certificate -
Laredo College
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