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Yolanda Fernandez

Rochester

Summary

Highly motivated healthcare professional experienced in diverse healthcare settings. Well-versed in providing patient-centered care, developing care plans, and delivering quality patient care in accordance with physician orders. Proven track record of success in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to diverse patient populations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Acute Hemodialysis Registered Nurse

Unity Hospital Rochester
06.2025 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with kidney disease.
  • Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
  • Closely monitored hemodynamic parameters during dialysis sessions, making necessary adjustments based on individual patient needs.
  • Served as a resource within the healthcare team, sharing expertise on acute dialysis treatments and supporting colleagues in their professional growth.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments before initiating dialysis treatment, ensuring proper preparation and minimizing risks of complications.
  • Trained new nursing staff on acute dialysis procedures and best practices, contributing to a knowledgeable and efficient team.

Registered Nurse

John Norris ATC
01.2025 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
  • Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Unity Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2025
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
  • Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
  • Prioritized workloads based on changing clinical situations.
  • Assumed leadership role when supervising staff nurses or students in clinical rotations.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss current plan of care for each assigned patient.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as needed.
  • Performed detailed assessments of patient's health status, including physical exams, lab results, diagnostic tests, vital signs.

Chronic Kidney Dialysis Nurse

DaVita Kidney Care
10.2022 - 12.2024
  • Initiate and discontinue dialysis treatments using multiple access sites
  • Calculation of fluid removal based on Providers orders
  • Administers medications per Providers orders
  • Complete Pre and Post assessment
  • Participate in Nursing care plans and Medicine review
  • Preceptor for RNs and teammates
  • Access management
  • Patient education

RN Case Manager, Workers Compensation

Genex Services
04.2023 - 05.2024
  • Reviewed medical records regularly in order assess appropriateness of care rendered by providers.
  • Facilitated discharge planning by providing information about available options including home care and long-term care facilities.
  • Developed strategies that promote continuity of care across multiple settings or levels of service delivery.
  • Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
  • Promoted adherence to treatment plans by conducting regular follow-up visits and providing ongoing support to patients.
  • Negotiated with healthcare providers to ensure services were provided at best possible cost without compromising on quality.

Licensed Practical Nurse, Dialysis

DaVita Kidney Care
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Initiate and discontinue dialysis treatments using multiple access sites
  • Calculation of fluid removal based on Providers orders
  • Inspects and evaluates dialysis access sites and reports condition to the RN or Providers as appropriate
  • Cannulates fistula or graft per established protocol
  • Monitor patient vital signs during treatment and records dialysis treatment
  • Administers medications per Providers orders
  • Responds to patient or treatment complications as directed, administer normal saline bolus in response to hypotension as per unit protocol
  • Educating patients on the importance of medication compliance, primary care appointments, lab draws, diabetes management, blood pressure management, low potassium and sodium nutrition and fluid intake per Providers orders

Education

REGISTERED NURSE, ADN -

EDP university of Puerto Rico
04.2022

DIPLOMA IN PRACTICAL NURSING - undefined

Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing
11.2015

ASSOCIATE IN LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES - undefined

Monroe Community College
06.2014

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
09-2025

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Infection control measures
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Direct patient care
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Vascular Access management

Certification

  • Basic Life Support- Adult/ Child/ Infant First Aid & AED, AHA, 05/01/26
  • Certified Spanish Translator, 11/01/06, Present
  • NYS Licensed Registered Nurse, 01/01/26

LANGUAGES

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Acute Hemodialysis Registered Nurse

Unity Hospital Rochester
06.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

John Norris ATC
01.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Unity Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2025

RN Case Manager, Workers Compensation

Genex Services
04.2023 - 05.2024

Chronic Kidney Dialysis Nurse

DaVita Kidney Care
10.2022 - 12.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse, Dialysis

DaVita Kidney Care
01.2016 - 01.2022

DIPLOMA IN PRACTICAL NURSING - undefined

Isabella Graham Hart School of Practical Nursing

ASSOCIATE IN LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES - undefined

Monroe Community College

REGISTERED NURSE, ADN -

EDP university of Puerto Rico

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University

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