Jessica Fernandez
BSN, RN, CCMA-C
Hollister,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certificates
Work History
Charge Nurse
U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Palo Alto, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Cared for patients in 9-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
Registered Nurse
U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Palo Alto, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Prepared rooms according to specific endoscopic procedures.
- Administered sedation medications to patients according to facility protocols.
- Recovered patient from anesthesia to perform discharge teaching.
- Reviewed and documented patient medical history to accurately reflect nursing assessment, changes in clinical state and other pertinent patient information to support multidisciplinary team to deliver great care.
- Performed patient assessment, VS monitoring, IV insertion and other routine procedures and documented in electronic medical record to support interdisciplinary care.
- Conducted pre-op calls to review specific instructions prior to surgery and post-op calls to improve patient satisfaction, answer questions and address new or worsening symptoms.
Student Nurse Technician
U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Palo Alto, CA
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Performed assessments
- Performed blood glucose measurements and acquired 12-Lead EKG’s.
- Completed patient transfers, routine daily care, and provided comfort measures
- Administered oxygen using tank and wall oxygen
- Assessed, designed, measured, and evaluated patient safety and quality processes.
- Interviewed patients to current symptoms and medical histories.
Perioperative Technician
Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center
Santa Cruz, CA
04.2018 - 05.2020
- Worked as part of team of physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records.
- Ensure all bays, patient care areas, procedure/operating rooms are clean, set-up, and ready for patient care.
Certified Medical Assistant
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
Santa Cruz, CA
12.2013 - 04.2018
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA 09.2020 - 12.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, CA 08.2018 - 05.2020
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA 06.2011 - 12.2013
Skills
Direct Patient Care
Staff Management
Strong Clinical Judgement
Moderate Sedation
Nurse Precepting
Spanish Fluency
Certification
CA RN License Number: 95226147
Timeline
CA MA License Number: 13495-14
07-2024
CA RN License Number: 95226147
01-2024
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (ACLS)
04-2022
Basic Life Support (BLS)
03-2022
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
03-2022
Charge Nurse
U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University - Monterey Bay
09.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
08.2020 - Current
Student Nurse Technician
U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
04.2020 - 07.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Evergreen Valley College
08.2018 - 05.2020
Perioperative Technician
Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center
04.2018 - 05.2020
Certified Medical Assistant
Palo Alto Medical Foundation
12.2013 - 04.2018
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Cabrillo College
06.2011 - 12.2013
Volunteering
- Telehealth Tell A Nurse, Ask A Nurse - VaxForce - October 2021
- Seasonal Flu Vaccinator - California State University of Monterey Bay - October 2021
- Blood Pressure Drive – Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, San Jose, CA - February 2019
Volunteering
- Telehealth Tell A Nurse, Ask A Nurse - VaxForce - October 2021
- Seasonal Flu Vaccinator - California State University of Monterey Bay - October 2021
- Blood Pressure Drive – Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, San Jose, CA - February 2019