Meet Mahe Otero Hernandez, APRN, FNP-C: A Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner

Expertise in Oncology, Pulmonary Care, and Cardiovascular Health

Mahe Otero Hernandez, APRN, FNP-C, is a board-certified nurse practitioner with extensive experience in oncology, pulmonary care, and cardiovascular health. Her professional background includes working in the pulmonology department at the Miami Veterans Health Administration, where she managed patients in the lung cancer screening and incidental pulmonary nodule programs.

Prior to her current role, Mahe worked as an oncology nurse and cardiac nurse at Baptist Health Medical Group. Her responsibilities included conducting patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and educating patients on treatment and prevention strategies. Her experience has equipped her with the skills to provide comprehensive care to patients with complex medical needs.

Clinical Experience and Skills

Mahe’s clinical experience includes working as a Nurse Navigator, where she supported newly diagnosed cancer patients with care coordination, medication access, and clinical support. She has managed complex oncology cases, facilitated research and data collection, and ensured compliance with guidelines such as NCCN and LungRADSv2022 scores.

Her clinical skills include proficiency in EMR systems, clinical trials, blood draws, and bilingual patient communication. Mahe holds a Master’s Degree in Nursing and certifications as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Oncology.