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Matthew Hernandez

Summary

Caring Nursing Student possessing calm disposition and excellent crisis management abilities. Observant and conscientious collaborator with knowledge of nursing and medical terminologies paired with strong passion to help others. Looking to utilize my theoretical and clinical nursing knowledge to service critical care patients and families in the hospital setting.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Experience

Stockton University
06.2023 - Current
  • AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Mainland Campus: (06/2023-08/2023) - 1 Meadows, Adult Med-Surg Unit
  • Inspira Health Center Bridgeton: (06/2023-08/2023) - Adult and Pediatric Psychiatric Unit
  • AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Mainland Campus: (09/2023-12/2023) - Labor and Delivery, NICU, and Postpartum Unit
  • HMH Southern Ocean Medical Center: (09/2023-12/2023) - 2nd Floor, Adult Med-Surg Unit
  • Cooper University Hospital: (11/2023) - Pediatrics Unit
  • AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Mainland Campus: (02/2024-04/2024) - Adult HVU, PCU, ICU
  • AtlantiCare Hospice: (02/2024-04/2024)

Patient Care Technician

Virtua Hospital
Vorhees, NJ
01.2022 - Current
  • Under the direction of a Registered Nurse/and or LPN, assists with patients’ activities of daily living and plan of care
  • Supports the activities of daily living to include bathing, dressing, grooming, oral care, feeding, toileting/hygiene, and assisting with mobility and transport
  • Performs technical duties as directed by RN/LPN, such as vital signs, EKGs, bladder scanning, foley catheter care specific to population served and documents appropriately.
  • Answer call lights promptly and respond appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
  • Help create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
  • Perform minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
  • Report any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
  • Provide emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
  • Collectspecimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.

Sr. Employment Specialist

Volunteers of America
Camden, NJ
03.2019 - 07.2020
  • Interact (verbally and non-verbally) with all clients, staff, and community members professionally with respect and courtesy.
  • Maintain client and staff confidentiality in compliance with administrative policies and procedures.
  • Attend and participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings, supervisory conferences, and training sessions.
  • Develop resource file and inventory of prospective employers, based on analysis of local work force needs/opportunities and client's skills and work experience.
  • Establish and maintain contacts with employers and other groups potentially interested in hiring clients as well as other community-based organizations promoting job development.
  • Develop resource file on educational opportunities for clients including Adult Basic Education (ABE), GED, vocational training, apprenticeships, on-job training, and two and four year colleges.
  • Conduct career counseling and vocational assessments.
  • Meet with each unemployed client according to the established guidelines in the phase system and resident handbook to assess employment and training prospects and assist in formulating work-related goals and strategies; continue provision of assistance in linking client with potential employers and training resources.
  • Conduct telephone job verification for all clients in accordance with funding source requirements.
  • Notify funding source in writing of each client's employment.
  • Visit all work sites in accordance with funding source requirements.
  • Conduct job readiness and job retention classes.
  • Participate in all team meetings.
  • Complete all necessary documentation in accordance with funding source requirements and policies and procedures

Sales Associate

Foot Locker Inc.
Cherry Hill, NJ
09.2012 - 08.2017
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application or usage.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
  • Collaborated with management teams to develop innovative marketing strategies.
  • Suggested ideas for improving store operations and increasing profits.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while handling hazardous materials.
  • Reviewed files, recordings and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Stockton University
Galloway, NJ
05-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
05-2018

Skills

  • Patient Services
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Emergency Response
  • Patient Observation
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Specimen Collection
  • ADL Support
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Adaptable
  • Clinical Training
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Infection Control Standards
  • Crisis intervention

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification: American Heart Association - 11/2022
  • The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Certification - 09/2023
  • HIPAA Privacy & Security Rules Certification: National Safety Compliance - 08/2023
  • Preventing Suicide in Emergency Departments Certification: Zero Suicide Institute - 07/2023
  • Psychological First Aid (PFA): National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) - 07/2023
  • Counseling on Access to Lethal Means: Zero Suicide Institute - 05/2023

Affiliations

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. / Tau Zeta Chapter – Rutgers University 03/2016 –

Vice President

  • Organized fundraising events that raised thousands of dollars in contributions to provide social activities for undergraduate students.
  • Initiated various types of programs that enhance and educate members of the community.
  • Engaged in initiatives that are designed to get students excited about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)
  • Facilitated, participated and coordinated activities that promote good health practices. Some of the programs are the Charles Drew Blood Drive and partnership with the American Diabetes Association.
  • Played an active role in support of the partnership by actively engaging in the promotion of the Fraternity’s Fatherhood Mentoring initiative.

Volunteer Mentor / The Queen City Academy Mentoring Program - Plainfield, NJ | 09/2015 - 05/2019

  • Mentored children of ages 6-17 that have been diagnosed with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities.
  • Provided behavior management for at risk youths and mitigating issues among students.
  • Led and participated in team-building exercises to engage other mentors and youths.
  • Developed and scheduled youth activities, meal plans, chores, etc.; ensuring all youth adhere to the daily schedule of routine care and activities.

Employee Appreciation Award / Footlocker Inc. 12/2012

  • Lead an initiative to boost customer interest in the store loyalty card, resulting in a 20% increase in sales.
  • Established a personalized approach to our customer's shopping experience that resulted in a decrease in returns by 21% over the course of 6 months.

Timeline

Clinical Experience

Stockton University
06.2023 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Virtua Hospital
01.2022 - Current

Sr. Employment Specialist

Volunteers of America
03.2019 - 07.2020

Sales Associate

Foot Locker Inc.
09.2012 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Stockton University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Rutgers University

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