MARA HERNANDEZ
Jacksonville
Summary
Seeking an opportunity for a full-time position as registered nurse to use my clinical skills, and gain further experience to advance my career while enhancing the company's productivity and reputation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
River Point Behavioral
Jacksonville, FL
06.2024 - 02.2026
- Administered patient assessments and developed individualized care plans to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care and ensure treatment adherence.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, improving understanding of treatment protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to facilitate timely interventions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Elbert Memorial Hospital
Elberton, GA
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced nursing practices and increased patient safety measures.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize care delivery and streamline operational workflows.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare team discussions, ensuring alignment of care goals with individual preferences.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
Cheraw, SC
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Help patients through supervising care and treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and targeting and resolving patient concerns.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Putnam Hospital
Palatka, FL
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Consistently delivered the best in customer service and patient care. As a team member, demonstrated respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors and other employees.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Lake City Medical Center Free Standing ED
Lake City, FL
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Identified and monitored patient care requirements by recording and reporting symptoms and changes in patients' conditions. Recorded patients' medical information and vital signs. Administered medications as ordered.
Registered Nurse
UF HEALTH
10.2014 - 08.2021
- Provided nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process and standards of practice. Performed all staff nurse activities and function as charge nurse when assigned. Maintained overall accountability/responsibility for assigned patients, even though some activities/tasks may be delegated to Technical Nurses, Patient Care Associates, and/or Sitters. Assignments were completed appropriately to age and developmental level of patients being served.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital
Miami, FL
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lower Keys Medical Center
Key West, FL
03.2010 - 08.2014
- Administered emergency care to patients with critical conditions, ensuring timely intervention and support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans, enhancing treatment outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, quickly identifying changes and responding appropriately.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on emergency protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Streamlined triage processes to improve patient flow during peak hours, reducing wait times significantly.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Hialeah Hospital
Miami, FL
03.2008 - 04.2010
- Administered critical care interventions in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing changes and responding promptly to emergencies.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Mentored junior nurses in best practices for emergency response and patient assessment.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - undefined
Chamberlain University
01.2017
Associate's Degree - undefined
Broward University
01.2007
Skills
- Advance Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life support
- Pediatric life support
- Neonatal life support
- Trauma Experience
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
River Point Behavioral
06.2024 - 02.2026
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Elbert Memorial Hospital
12.2023 - 06.2024
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
McLeod Regional Medical Center
12.2022 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health
05.2022 - 12.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Putnam Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Lake City Medical Center Free Standing ED
08.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
UF HEALTH
10.2014 - 08.2021
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital
08.2012 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lower Keys Medical Center
03.2010 - 08.2014
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Hialeah Hospital
03.2008 - 04.2010
Bachelor's of Science - undefined
Chamberlain University
Associate's Degree - undefined
Broward University