Winifred Hernandez
Madisonville,LA
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 21+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to gestational patients. Knowledgeable about Labor & Delivery requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs. Independent, energetic, advocating for patient safety, taking pride in work and the hospital that employs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse/Perinatal Educator
St. Tammany Health Systems, Baby-Friendly Hospital
Covington, LA
01.2016 - Current
- 19 bed LDRP, 2 OR's with 6 bed triage, average monthly deliveries 180
- Direct patient care from initial OB triage & assessment, high & low risk antepartum, evaluation & interpretation of fetal surveillance, labor & delivery, postpartum/couplet care, OR circulator, PACU recovery, fetal demise care & support
- Certified Baby, Prepared Childbirth & Lamaze Educator
Staff Registered Nurse/Perinatal Educator
Lakeview Regional Medical Center, Baby Friendly Hospital
Covington, LA
02.2016 - 02.2022
- 8 bed LDR, 2 ORs, average monthly deliveries 60
- Direct patient care from initial OB triage & assessment, high & low risk antepartum, evaluation & interpretation of fetal surveillance, labor & delivery, postpartum, OR circulator, PACU recovery, fetal demise care & support
- Certified, Prepared Childbirth & Lamaze Educator
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Hospitals, San Jose & LA
Los Angeles, CA
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Direct patient care from initial OB triage & assessment, high & low risk antepartum, evaluation & interpretation of fetal surveillance, labor & delivery, OR circulator, PACU recovery, couplet care, fetal demise care & support
- Certified Baby Friendly Hospital with >250 deliveries monthly
Staff Registered Nurse
Slidell Memorial Hospital
Slidell, LA
05.2014 - 03.2015
- 6 bed LDR, 2 ORs, 3 bed triage, average monthly deliveries 80
- Performed direct patient care from initial OB triage and assessment, antepartum, labor and delivery, high & low risk patients, OR circulator and PACU recovery, postpartum including fetal demise care & support
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Poughkeepsie, NY
01.2005 - 01.2014
- 30 bed LDRP, 10 PP C/S Unit, 2 OR'S with PACU, 6 bed triage
- Average monthly deliveries 180
- Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure client satisfaction, safety, and compliance with set standards
- Recruited, hired, trained and coached on average of 55 night union employees and ancillary staff
- Also established staff schedules, performed Studer rounding, and yearly appraisals
- Skillfully developed departmental goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies, and procedures
- Reviewed documentation for compliance with requirements and accuracy of information via auditing
- Analyzed patient and family feedback to identify opportunities for staff recognition as well as areas for improvement
- Also implemented necessary changes based on evaluation of staffing requirements
- Maintain positive staff morale and retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitating proactive work environments
Staff Registered Nurse
Charity/University Medical Center New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
06.2002 - 09.2005
- 14 bed LDR, 2 ORs, 6 bed triage, >225 deliveries monthly
- Performed directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National American University
Rapid City, SD05.2014
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Delgado Charity School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA05.2002
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment & communication skills as evidenced by precepting and charge nurse duties
- Safety focused and provide age & culturally appropriate care
- Professional bedside manner
- Excellent time management & organizational skills
- Compassionate & supportive- giving exceptional patient care as evidenced by patient rounding, and positive survey responses
- Flexible to meet needs of unit
- Current BLS, ACLS, NRP
- RNC-OB, C-EFM certified
- Proficient in venipunctures, maintaining peripheral IV lines, IV drug administrations, and sterile vaginal exams
- Proficient in CPN/GE/Centricity, EPIC, Meditech, Periwatch, and Pyxis
- Proud winner of Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses 2020 & 2022
- Spinning Babies Enthusiast
Timeline
Staff Registered Nurse/Perinatal Educator
Lakeview Regional Medical Center, Baby Friendly Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2022
Staff Registered Nurse/Perinatal Educator
St. Tammany Health Systems, Baby-Friendly Hospital
01.2016 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Hospitals, San Jose & LA
01.2015 - 12.2015
Staff Registered Nurse
Slidell Memorial Hospital
05.2014 - 03.2015
Associate Nurse Unit Manager
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2014
Staff Registered Nurse
Charity/University Medical Center New Orleans
06.2002 - 09.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National American University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Delgado Charity School of Nursing
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