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Nora Herrera
San Clemente,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over 25 years of experience in delivering exceptional patient care across Med-Surg, Telemetry, and Sub-ICU units, specializing in cardiac care for adult and geriatric populations. Proven expertise in clinical leadership and mentorship, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances team performance and patient outcomes. Committed to continuous professional development and staying current with the latest advancements in nursing practices. A strong advocate for patient-centered care, ensuring each individual receives the highest standard of treatment and support.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
09.2005 - Current
- (Includes positions held as RN/Charge Nurse at Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Newport Beach campus from 2021-present), Inpatient RN on 9w Cardiac Surgery SUB/Telemetry unit from 2019-2021, and Inpatient RN on SUB/Telemetry as Float Pool from 2005-2019.
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurse duties consist of outpatient care for cardiac patients, including monitored exercise, consultations, inpatient and outpatient teaching. Charge nurse duties include coordination and support of staff, organization, and management of patient care. In addition, supporting manager in operational duties of the Rehabilitation unit by controlling the quality of service, cost-effectiveness, and patient safety.
- Cardiac nurse duties consisted of direct patient care for adult and geriatric patients with acute cardiac disease and cardiac surgical diagnoses who require extensive monitoring. Caring for patients recovering from interventional cardiological procedures and cardiac surgery patients.
- Float Pool dept. duties consisted of care for acutely ill adult and geriatric patients in Med-Surg, Telemetry, and Sub-ICU units for both Newport Beach and Irvine campuses.
Registered Nurse
Medical Help Inc.
02.2001 - 09.2005
- Direct patient care for Med-Surg, Telemetry, and Sub ICU departments in a variety of hospitals and specialties in Orange County.
Registered Nurse
Corona Regional Medical Center
02.2000 - 04.2001
- Cardiac/Progressive Care Unit.
Registered Nurse
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center
06.1999 - 06.2000
- Provided direct patient care to adult and geriatric patients on the Telemetry and ICU units.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University School of Nursing
11.2025
Associate of Science -
Victory Valley College
06.1999
Skills
- Effective communication
- Collaborative teamwork
- Professional mentorship
- Flexible problem-solving
- Efficient organization
- Commitment to professional standards
- Healthcare team leadership
Accomplishments
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Supervision - Assisted with onboarding process for new nursing and ancillary staff.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Training - Trained staff nurses and exercise physiologists in patient safety, cardiac rehab workflow, and procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
Affiliations
Member of American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitaion
Certification
- Certifications of BLS/ ACLS maintained since 1999.
- Telemetry and EKG Certified.
- Completion of Essentials of Critical Care Course at Hoag Hospital Oct. 2019.
- Completion of Cardiovascular Surgery Course at Hoag Hospital Oct. 2019.
- Completion of Critical Care Coarse at Loma Linda University in 2000.
- AACVPR CCRP certification
Interests
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
09.2005 - Current
Registered Nurse
Medical Help Inc.
02.2001 - 09.2005
Registered Nurse
Corona Regional Medical Center
02.2000 - 04.2001
Registered Nurse
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center
06.1999 - 06.2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University School of Nursing
Associate of Science -
Victory Valley College
HOBBIES
Running and hiking outdoors, Yoga, SUP Paddle boarding, Cooking
CONTACT
- PHONE: (714) 307-2711
- EMAIL: Livetorunrn@gmail.com
- Nora.herrera@hoag.org