Rebecca Hernandez
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Huntington Hospital, Magnet Hospital
Pasadena, California
02.2006 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Educated patients on medications, treatments, and procedures to promote understanding and adherence
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff and interns effectively.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Delivered patient care in compliance with Magnet Hospital standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses.
Hospital Corpsman Second Class
US Navy Reserves
Encino, California
02.1997 - 12.2010
- Provided direct patient care in various medical settings.
- Conducted health assessments and documented patient histories.
- Trained junior corpsmen on medical protocols and practices.
- Responded to emergencies with first aid and CPR techniques.
- Administered medications and immunizations.
- Maintained health records for marine platoons.
- Conducted physical examinations, immunizations and health screenings for patients.
- Provided clinical instruction to lower ranking personnel on topics related to disease prevention and health promotion.
- Organized medical records electronically according to established standards.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Monte Vista Grove Homes
Pasadena, CA
01.1996 - 06.2004
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient comfort and dignity.
- Provided emotional support to patients, fostering a compassionate environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT 06.2019 - 01.2023
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
College of Nursing And Allied Health
Los Angeles, CA 06.2005 - 08.2006
Vocational Nurse - License Vocational Nurse
Citrus College
Glendora, CA 06.1994 - 05.1995
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Critical care support
- Problem solving
- Review patient records
- Work with spreadsheets
- Familiar with mortality and RTO reports
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Western Governors University
06.2019 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Huntington Hospital, Magnet Hospital
02.2006 - Current
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
College of Nursing And Allied Health
06.2005 - 08.2006
Hospital Corpsman Second Class
US Navy Reserves
02.1997 - 12.2010
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Monte Vista Grove Homes
01.1996 - 06.2004
Vocational Nurse - License Vocational Nurse
Citrus College
06.1994 - 05.1995