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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Misty Hernandez

Hurst

Summary

Dynamic Labor and Delivery Charge Nurse with Texas Health Resources Alliance, skilled in advanced fetal monitoring and compassionate care. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction and optimizing resource utilization. Adept at training staff and providing emotional support, ensuring exceptional outcomes during critical situations. Committed to fostering collaboration and improving patient safety.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Labor and Delivery Charge Nurse

Texas Health Resources Alliance
10.2012 - 05.2025
  • Maintained open lines of communication with physicians regarding patient status changes or concerns, facilitating timely interventions and appropriate care adjustments.
  • Provided compassionate care during critical situations, offering emotional support to both patients and their families throughout the birthing process.
  • Served as a clinical resource for nursing staff, offering guidance and support in addressing challenging patient situations or complex medical issues.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient satisfaction scores within the labor and delivery unit.
  • Served as a liaison between hospital administration and nursing staff, advocating for resources needed to maintain quality patient care.
  • Optimized resource utilization by effectively managing staffing levels and scheduling according to patient acuity and census data.

Expert Witness Consulting

Cooper & Scully, P.C.
05.2017 - 11.2023
  • Strong clinical expertise.
  • Possess the ability to explain complex medical concepts in a way that is easily understood by judges and juries.
  • Able to critically evaluate medical records, identify inconsistencies, and draw logical conclusions.
  • Have a deep understanding of nursing practices and standards.
  • Familiar with legal frameworks, including medical malpractice laws and healthcare regulations.
  • Ability to develop detailed and well-structured reports that clearly articulate my opinions and supporting evidence.

Labor and Delivery Charge Nurse

Medical City North Hills
10.2008 - 10.2012
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Effectively assigned tasks to other nurses based on their skills and experience.
  • Successfully lead the team, ensuring patient safety and contributed to a positive, high-quality healthcare environment.

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
08.2002 - 10.2008
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Floated to High-risk OB/Antepartum and OB Triage Units

Trauma ICU Nurse

Texas Health Fort Worth
08.2001 - 08.2002
  • Collaborated with physicians to develop optimal treatment plans, resulting in faster recovery times for patients.
  • Assisted physicians with procedures such as central line placement and chest tube insertion, ensuring accuracy and adherence to sterile techniques.
  • Managed ventilator settings, titrating oxygen levels for optimal respiratory support and minimizing the risk of complications in intubated patients.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX
08-2001

Skills

  • Advanced fetal monitoring
  • Evidence-based clinical reasoning
  • Patient-centered care
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Neonatal resuscitation
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • Staff development

Accomplishments

    RNC OB, Employee of the Month, Clinical Excellence Award

Certification

RNC-OB

Timeline

Expert Witness Consulting

Cooper & Scully, P.C.
05.2017 - 11.2023

Labor and Delivery Charge Nurse

Texas Health Resources Alliance
10.2012 - 05.2025

Labor and Delivery Charge Nurse

Medical City North Hills
10.2008 - 10.2012

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Texas Health Resources Fort Worth
08.2002 - 10.2008

Trauma ICU Nurse

Texas Health Fort Worth
08.2001 - 08.2002

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Texas Christian University