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Sylvia Hernandez

Slaton,Texas

Summary

Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience as a School Nurse at Christ The King Diocesan School, excelling in health assessments and patient advocacy. Proven ability to implement immunization programs and promote healthy lifestyles, while maintaining meticulous records and demonstrating exceptional teamwork. Committed to enhancing student health outcomes through effective communication and care strategies.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School Nurse/Classroom Teacher's Aide

Christ The King Diocesan School
Lubbock, Texas
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
  • Participated in meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices for providing quality care to students.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Actively participated in developing new strategies for promoting healthy lifestyles among children.
  • Implemented normal growth and development screenings to identify health problems.
  • Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
  • Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
  • Applied sound decision-making process to school nursing practice.
  • Inventoried and ordered medical or office supplies or equipment.
  • Assisted in the management of communicable diseases among students.
  • Documented observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
  • Conducted immunization programs and sight and hearing testing.
  • Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
  • Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
  • Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
  • Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
  • Maintained accurate records of student health information.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
  • Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development.

Medical Assistant

Dr Jonathan Mannas/CMG
Lubbock, Texas
01.2019 - 04.2023
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Administered medications under physician's supervision.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
  • Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
  • Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.

Medical Assistant

Dr Richard George
Lubbock, Texas
02.2000 - 10.2019
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized patients throughout their stay at the hospital or clinic setting.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
  • Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
  • Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Documented notes during patient visits.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
  • Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
  • Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
  • Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southland ISD
Southland TX
05-1987

Skills

  • Health assessment
  • Immunization management
  • Basic emergency care
  • Patient advocacy
  • Communicable disease control
  • Growth monitoring
  • First aid administration
  • Record keeping
  • Clear patient communication
  • Medical screening
  • Treatment recommendations
  • Multitasking
  • Wound dressing
  • Patient consultation
  • Reliability
  • Documentation
  • Task prioritization
  • Routine examinations
  • Student health assessment
  • CPR certification
  • Collecting vitals
  • ICD-9 forms
  • Immunizations and vaccinations
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Professionalism
  • Orthopedic care
  • Patient examination

Affiliations

I enjoy walking and spending time with my family.

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Accomplishments

I have received the MADD volunteer of the year award.

Certification

BLS certified

CPR certified

NAHP CERTIFIED

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

School Nurse/Classroom Teacher's Aide

Christ The King Diocesan School
08.2023 - 05.2025

Medical Assistant

Dr Jonathan Mannas/CMG
01.2019 - 04.2023

Medical Assistant

Dr Richard George
02.2000 - 10.2019

High School Diploma -

Southland ISD

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