Hi, I’m
Kelly Hernandez
Toronto,ON
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 3 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
St Michael's Hospital
Family Medicine - Clerical Assistant
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Increased department efficiency by managing correspondence, answering phones, and directing inquiries to appropriate personnel.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
- Streamlined office processes by organizing and maintaining efficient filing systems.
- Interacted with patients by phone, email, or in-person to provide information adhering to policies and confidentiality.
Health Science Centre
Neurosurgery - Nursing Assistant
07.2021 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Aided in the prevention of pressure ulcers through diligent monitoring and implementation of appropriate turning schedules for bedridden patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Facilitated efficient patient transfers, reducing risk of injury through proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices.
Country Clinic
Registered Nurse, Internal Medicine
07.2017 - 04.2018
Job overview
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
San Ignacio Academic Hospital
Registered Nurse - Internal Medicine/Infectious Disease Nurse
04.2016 - 07.2017
Job overview
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Education
Manitoba Institute of Trades And TechnologyWinnipeg, MB
Post-Graduation Diploma from Human Resources Learning And Development
03.2021
Universidad Manuela BeltranBogota, COL
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
12.2015
Skills
- Epic-PSS proficient
- Care Planning
- Lab Result Interpretation
- Wound Care Specialist
- Medical Assessment
- Critical Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- IV Setup
- Treatment Planning
- Infection Control Measures
- Medication and IV Administration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
BLS - 2022
Timeline
Family Medicine - Clerical Assistant
St Michael's Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Neurosurgery - Nursing Assistant
Health Science Centre
07.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse, Internal Medicine
Country Clinic
07.2017 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse - Internal Medicine/Infectious Disease Nurse
San Ignacio Academic Hospital
04.2016 - 07.2017
Manitoba Institute of Trades And Technology
Post-Graduation Diploma from Human Resources Learning And Development
Universidad Manuela Beltran
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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