Joel Jonathan Hernandez
Pharr,TX
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse and paramedic with a strong work history in providing patients with rapid emergency assistance. Skilled in assessing patients to determine their condition and appropriate treatment. Maintains a tolerant and professional demeanor when administering first aid, life support, and other necessary care. Well-prepared for nursing roles, bringing substantial experience in patient care and medical procedures. Focuses on collaborating with the team to achieve positive patient outcomes and adapt to changing healthcare needs. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and medical documentation, all while maintaining a compassionate approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Doctors Hospital At Renaissance
Edinburg, TX
12.2022 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Paramedic
MTS
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Transportation and maintenance of ventilated patients (critical/non-critical)
- 911 response with MICU capabilities
Paramedic
Med-Care EMS
08.2019 - 12.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Quest EMS
03.2019 - 12.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Fire EMS
06.2018 - 12.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
RGV EMS
10.2017 - 12.2023
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing Science
South Texas College
McAllen, TX12-2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
South Texas College
McAllen, TX10.2022
Paramedic Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services
South Texas College
McAllen, TX12.2019
Skills
- ECG interpretation
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Ventilator Management
- IV Therapy
- IV pump
- Clinical experience
- High-Risk Trauma Situations Management
- Treatment of Critical Patients
- Medication Administration
- Newborn Resuscitation
- Pediatric Management
- Managing Student Outcomes Treatment
- Cardiac Arrest Response
- Cardiology
- Respiratory Care Assessment Treatment
- Seizure management
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Team coordination
- Strong clinical judgment
- Precepting
- Staff supervision
- Patient and family advocacy
Accomplishments
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
Certification
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN
Doctors Hospital At Renaissance
12.2022 - Current
Paramedic
MTS
07.2022 - 12.2023
Paramedic
Med-Care EMS
08.2019 - 12.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Quest EMS
03.2019 - 12.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Fire EMS
06.2018 - 12.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
RGV EMS
10.2017 - 12.2023
Paramedic Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services
South Texas College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing Science
South Texas College
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
South Texas College