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Kerry Hernandez
Joplin,MO
Summary
Dynamic ICU Nurse bringing 15 years of treating patients and coordinating care with interdisciplinary team. Proven history of utilizing critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver effective care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine setting. Communicates effectively and compassionately with distressed patients and family members providing emotional support and responding to patient needs.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Eastern Colorado Health Care System- VADenver, CO
ICU Registered Nurse
08.2008 - Current
Job overview
- Monitored patients' hemodynamic and respiratory status including ventilator operation, medication titration and implementing treatment to promote stabilization.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical and post-operative care for adult and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Active member of CODE team responding to emergency situations throughout the hospital to provide rapid and accurate care based on ACLS guidelines.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Member of Float Team working in all ICUs, ER, Cath Lab, Medical/Surgical Units, Psych Unit and Spinal Cord Injury Unit
Education
Regis University, Denver, CO
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
05.2008
University Overview
- Dean's List-Fall 2007
- 3.54 GPA
- 9 News Health Fair Volunteer- Bone Density Scan
- Sacred Heart House Volunteer- Mentoring and House Services
- Project Homeless Connect Volunteer- Mentoring and Health Care delivery
- Easter Seals Discovery Club Volunteer- Respite Care
Skills
- Critical Care Nursing
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Ventilator Care
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Cerebrovascular Accidents
- Telemetry/ Interpreting EKGs
- Heart Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Withdrawal Symptoms
- Acute Illness
- Sedation Management
- Patient and Family Liaison
Licensure and Certifications
- NLC Multistate RN License- Colorado
- Missouri RN Licensure- In Progress
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- CCRN
Availability
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Timeline
ICU Registered Nurse
Eastern Colorado Health Care System- VA
08.2008 - Current
Regis University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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