Marlene Hernandez
San Juan,US
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates reliability and adaptability in providing efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Brings expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination to deliver high-quality healthcare services.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Anchor of Love Hospice
02.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
RN
Arbor View Nursing Home and Rehabilitation
04.2021 - Current
- Performed additional duties as requested by MD
- Monitor/Observe any change of condition of patient
- Managed IV therapy and wound care, including complex wound vac treatments.
- Oversaw patient admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions and adherence to protocols
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Center Medical Specialist
Grifols Plasma Center
04.2021 - 02.2024
- Administer patient care, enhance safety protocols, coordinate with medical teams, improve service quality.
- Streamlined patient intake process, reducing wait times and enhancing overall satisfaction. Implemented efficient record-keeping system for improved accuracy.
- Fostered strong team relationships, coordinating with physicians and staff to deliver comprehensive care.
- Mentored new hires, promoting a culture of continuous learning. Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, addressing concerns and offering education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
LVN
Brightstar Home Health
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Colostomy care , Delivered comprehensive patient care, including wound management
- IV therapy, and lab collection. Ensured safe, effective healthcare environments, promoting continuity of care
- Head to toe assessments , monitored patient's condition.
LVN Charge Nurse
Colonial Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Provided comfort and basic care to residents
- Administered physician-ordered medications, monitored patient conditions, and provided essential care to residents, ensuring adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to execute additional duties, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to comprehensive patient care.
CNA
Edinburg Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
Pharr, TX09-2024
LVN -
Rio Grande Valley College
Pharr, TX03.2020
CNA -
Rio Grande Valley College
Pharr, TX10.2018
High School Diploma -
Rivera High School
Brownsville, TX07.2011
Skills
- IV therapy
- Patient education
- Care planning
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Pain management
- Patient safety
- Health promotion
- Discharge planning
- Nursing leadership
- Patient assessment
- Therapeutic communication
- Critical thinking
- Time management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Anchor of Love Hospice
02.2025 - Current
RN
Arbor View Nursing Home and Rehabilitation
04.2021 - Current
Center Medical Specialist
Grifols Plasma Center
04.2021 - 02.2024
LVN
Brightstar Home Health
01.2021 - 04.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
Colonial Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation
06.2020 - 10.2020
CNA
Edinburg Nursing and Rehabilitation
10.2018 - 12.2018
CNA -
Rio Grande Valley College
High School Diploma -
Rivera High School
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
LVN -
Rio Grande Valley College
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