Nastassja Fernandez
Miami,FL
Summary
Coordinated clinical operations across nine centers, including two urgent care facilities, to optimize patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Nurse Manager
Sanitas
Broward Region
04.2025 - Current
- Led nursing team initiatives to enhance patient care quality and optimize operational processes within the medical assistant roles.
- Optimized patient flow protocols to enhance service delivery efficiency.
- Facilitated targeted training sessions for clinical personnel, enhancing clinical competencies and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw regional clinical operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and enforcing safety and quality assurance protocols.
- Directed design and implementation of strategic initiatives to enhance patient care efficiency.
- Analyzed and interpreted clinical performance metrics to inform strategic planning initiatives.
- Designed and delivered targeted training sessions to enhance staff competencies in patient management.
- Evaluated operational workflows and established key performance indicators to enhance clinical efficiency.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to identify and implement strategic initiatives for regional growth.
- Developed and executed targeted professional development programs to enhance employee retention and engagement.
- Executed compliance initiatives to strengthen organizational standards and ensure preparedness for regulatory inspections and audits.
- Optimized patient flow protocols to enhance service delivery efficiency.
- Cultivated strong relationships between patients and clinical staff through active listening.
- Facilitated discussions between staff physicians, and clinical staff to enhance collaborative engagement in nine facilities with over 90 clinical staff personnel.
Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Surgical Unit
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
Miami, FL
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Directed and mentored nursing staff within a unit of 58 nurses to foster professional growth and development.
- Streamlined discharge planning through collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Established and enforced infection control policies and procedures to enhance safety within the environment.
- Demonstrated steadfast dedication to ethical decision-making in clinical practice, ensuring patient safety and well-being.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to evaluate patient progress and enhance care plans.
- Led performance enhancement initiatives for nursing staff by providing constructive feedback during evaluations and informal coaching sessions.
- Facilitated effective communication and collaboration among administrative staff, physicians, nursing teams, and hospital personnel.
- Monitored KPI's
Clinical Nurse Coordinator/ Resource Manager
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
Miami, FL
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Guided nursing staff in cultivating a professional culture that promotes growth and development.
- Managed over 60 clinical staffing requirements by developing schedules, adjusting assignments according to patient acuity levels, and delegating tasks effectively.
- Facilitated rounds with physicians, providing expert advice on patient conditions and coordinating diagnostic testing and follow-up appointments.
- Streamlined departmental operations in alignment with administrative, legal, and medical guidelines.
- Spearheaded initiatives focused on staff education regarding infection control audits, safe medication administration, and proper wound care.
- Assessed nursing staff performance and designed educational programs to enhance clinical competencies.
- Managed admissions, discharges, and nursing staff scheduling to ensure efficient patient flow.
- Facilitated communication among healthcare team members to strategize, implement, and optimize treatment plans.
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
HCA Kendall
Miami, FL
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Directed emergency department operations to optimize patient flow and resource utilization.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Guided nursing staff in implementing best practices for emergency response and critical care management.
- Executed quality improvement initiatives to elevate patient satisfaction scores.
- Evaluated departmental workflows to pinpoint opportunities for process optimization and waste minimization.
- Directed compliance initiatives with healthcare regulations to uphold safety and care quality standards.
- Orchestrated interdepartmental communication to enhance efficiency in patient admissions and discharges.
- Streamlined triage processes to minimize patient wait times and prioritize critical cases.
- Facilitated hospital accreditation by ensuring adherence to regulatory standards within emergency department operations.
- Optimized patient flow through strategic management of staff assignments and effective task delegation.
- Ensured delivery of exceptional quality care to diverse patient populations while managing patient admissions and triaging based on acuity levels.
Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Stroke Unit
HCA Kendall
Miami, FL
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Facilitated collaboration with physicians to swiftly assess patients and administer suitable treatments.
- Managed administration of medications and treatments to patients, ensuring accurate monitoring of responses.
- Instructed patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, disease management, and lifestyle modifications.
- Oversaw care management processes from patient admission through discharge.
- Leveraged clinical expertise to advocate for patients and implement prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
BSN To MSN - Nursing Leadership And Management
Chamberlain University
MiamiBachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Florida National University
Miami, FL11.2016
Skills
Refined workflow procedures to bolster team collaboration and efficiency through administrative proficiency
Streamlined workspace organization to optimize team performance Guided colleagues in efficiently accessing required resources Cultivated a collaborative environment through strategic initiatives
Facilitated collaboration among diverse teams to improve operational efficiency
Developed and implemented tracking systems to improve efficiency in time management for various projects
Executed accurate data entry to enhance efficiency of patient documentation processes
Facilitated performance improvements within teams by implementing effective communication strategies Organized and led training sessions to develop leadership skills among team members Promoted teamwork and collaboration, resulting in the successful delivery of projects
Developed strategies to proactively manage unexpected obstacles and maintain productivity levels
Developed and maintained collaborative relationships while mediating conflicts to enhance team dynamics
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS)
- NIHSS Certification
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 60+ staff members.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Regional Nurse Manager
Sanitas
04.2025 - Current
Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Surgical Unit
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
06.2024 - 04.2025
Clinical Nurse Coordinator/ Resource Manager
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
12.2023 - 06.2024
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
HCA Kendall
05.2022 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Stroke Unit
HCA Kendall
06.2021 - 05.2022
BSN To MSN - Nursing Leadership And Management
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Florida National University