MANUELA HERNANDEZ, R.N
Waco,TX
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, OPPS
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest
09.2022 - Current
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center
12.2019 - 09.2022
- Administered IV fluids, medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer or heart and kidney problems.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications to 9 patients and monitored response to medications.
- Medication Reconciliation
- Start and discontinuation of IV's for treatment.
RN Case Manager
Interim Home Health
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions and communicated concerns to Clinical Supervisor
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation
- Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
- Collaborated with on evaluation of care plan outcomes, implementing or adjusting interventions accordingly
- Documented patient information from interviews and concerning symptoms, medications and prior treatment
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Health
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations
- Assessed team members' workloads and helped in areas where need was most evident
- Provided effective bedside care to patients to ensure comfortable and successful experiences
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing and counting all tools and equipment necessary for each procedure
- Verified patient information such as procedure being performed, allergies and history to ensure licensed staff was aware of all relevant health factors and that correct individuals received correct care
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to efficiently anticipate needs
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures by actively listening, gathering needed supplies as needed
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing
- Collaborated with all members of patient's healthcare team to ensure proper and appropriate level of care
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
Registered Nurse
Rapid Recovery Center of Waco (RRC)
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
- Counseled and educated patients about health issues and wellness
- Assessed need for and ordered appropriate lab tests
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans
- Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management
- Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, Cancer and Alzheimer's
- Followed infection control procedures
- Closely monitored acute conditions
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels
- Ensured HIPAA compliance
- Delegated staff nurse duties
- Assisted patients with daily functions
- Performed basic physical assessments of adults
- Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care
Registered Nurse
La Vega Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Promote health education and preventive health practices for students
- Primary care, assessment and evaluation of pediatric patients
- Closely monitored acute conditions
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans
- Conducted mandated health screenings for school with 700 students
- Ensured external follow-up where required
- Followed infection control procedures
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott and White Home Health
02.2013 - 08.2017
- Primary care, assessment and evaluation of adult/elderly patients
- Assessed need for and obtained appropriate lab tests from physicians, communicated results
- Closely monitored acute conditions
- Obtained vital signs, reported any abnormal findings to physician
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
- Followed infection control procedures
- Experience with various medical conditions including Dementia, Diabetes, and Alzheimer's
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels
- Application of Negative Pressure Vacuum therapy machines to wounds
- Monitor patients for compliance in taking medications as ordered
- Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans
- Performed patient Admissions and Discharges
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Quality Care Of Waco
06.2011 - 01.2013
- Primary care, assessment and evaluation of adult/elderly patients
- Assessed need for, ordered, and obtained appropriate lab tests from physicians
- Closely monitored acute conditions
- Obtained vital signs, reported any abnormal findings to physician
- Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens
- Followed infection control procedures
- Experience with various medical conditions including Dementia, Diabetes, and Alzheimer's
- Charge nurse on long term care floor. Oversaw average of 13 patients per shift
- Blood Glucose monitoring
- Medication administration
- Delegated staff nurse duties
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels
Education
Associate Degree - undefined
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX2011
High School Diploma -
University High School
Waco, TX2003
Skills
- IV Administration
- Strong verbal communication
- Extremely organized
- Medication Administration
- Team leadership
- Patient Education & Training
- Critical thinking
- Desire to learn
- Strong clinical judgment
- Fluent in Spanish
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient Care Assessment
Certification
- Registered Nurse in Texas, License number 859454, 2014
- Basic Life Support Provider- Expires March 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse, OPPS
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest
09.2022 - Current
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center
12.2019 - 09.2022
RN Case Manager
Interim Home Health
09.2019 - 05.2020
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Health
10.2018 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse
Rapid Recovery Center of Waco (RRC)
06.2018 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse
La Vega Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott and White Home Health
02.2013 - 08.2017
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Quality Care Of Waco
06.2011 - 01.2013
Associate Degree - undefined
McLennan Community College
High School Diploma -
University High School
- Registered Nurse in Texas, License number 859454, 2014
- Basic Life Support Provider- Expires March 2024
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