Sarah Hernandez
El Paso,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Del Sol Medical Center
El Paso, TX
09.2022 - Current
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Del Sol Medical Center
El Paso, TX
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient and attending to baby after birth.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor and fetal distress.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Monitored labs, examined ultrasounds and informed mothers on what to expect in stages of pregnancy.
- Completed comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs to identify outcomes, establish care plans, monitor progress and modify care plan.
- Leveraged computerized documentation systems to monitor, record and communicate patient condition.
- Administered epidural and patient controlled analgesia to block pain from labor contractions and during birth.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Student Nurse Extern
Del Sol Medical Center
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Attended 3 c- section procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
- Communicated with patients and family members and provided updated information.
- Cared for each patient according to care plan and physicians' instructions.
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Reviewed care plans and assessed alignment with long-term and short-term care goals.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs.
- Met with patient to make introductions, inquire about needs and offer assistance.
- Gained knowledge of how to read fetal heart strips
- Gained knowledge of how to perform a cervical exam.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Del Sol Medical Center
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep RNs informed of changes.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Resident Aide
Sunridge At Cielo Vista
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted residents with daily hygiene, including dental and mouth care, bath functions and hair care
- Attended, participated and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash and efficiently handled daily tasks to promote resident comfort
- Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs
- Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
- Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes to keep healthcare team updated
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
El Paso, TX05.2021
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Emerald Nursing School
El Paso, TX05.2018
Associate of Arts - Pre Nursing
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TXHigh School Diploma -
Silva Health Magnet High School
El Paso, TX06.2015
Skills
- IV start/discontinue
- Basic wound care
- Medication Administration
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Diabetes Diagnosis and Treatment
- Catheterization
- Postoperative Care
- Infection Control
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Assessments
- Collecting vitals
- Documentation on CPN and Meditech
- Team Collaboration
- OB triage experience
- Knowledge of fetal heart tones
- Interpreting EKGs
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Monitor Vital Signs
Certification
- CPR certified through American Red Cross
- BLS
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
- ACLS
- STABLE
- NRP
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
Del Sol Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Del Sol Medical Center
07.2021 - 08.2022
Student Nurse Extern
Del Sol Medical Center
02.2021 - 05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Del Sol Medical Center
11.2019 - 12.2020
Resident Aide
Sunridge At Cielo Vista
08.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Emerald Nursing School
Associate of Arts - Pre Nursing
El Paso Community College
High School Diploma -
Silva Health Magnet High School