ALEX CASTILLO
Houston
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nurse with 2 years of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology experience, along with 1 year of adult BMT and oncology experience seeking new opportunities for growth to improve my clinical and therapeutic care.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Oncology/BMT
Houston Methodist
05.2025 - Current
- Provide PT centered care along with education and reinforcement.
- Administered and educated on necessary medications, chemotherapies, blood/cell infusions.
- Educated patients and families over treatment plans and expectations for pre/during/post transplant needs.
- Worked closely with different teams and staff members to facilitate patient care and needs.
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell
MD Anderson Cancer Center- Texas Medical Center
06.2023 - 04.2025
- Provided Specialized Care to High Acuity Patients
- Administration and Education on Chemotherapy/Stem Cells/Immunotherapy
- Monitored and responded to effects of treatments provided by team.
- Management and coordination for a variety of research protocols and trials.
- Provided emotional and educational support to patients and their families.
Nurse Extern- Medical Surgical Department
Christus Santa Rosa Westoverhills
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted nurse preceptors with patient ADL’s, medication administration, vital sign monitoring and interdisciplinary communication.
- Learned nursing skills and learned how to responded to patient emergencies through policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Schreiner University
Kerrville05-2023
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Texas State University
06-2020
Skills
- Chemo administration
- Stem Cell transplant and Cellular therapies administration
- Wound care
- CLABSI/CAUTI Care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
Certification
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- APHON certified
- Chemo certified
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Adult Oncology/BMT
Houston Methodist
05.2025 - Current
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell
MD Anderson Cancer Center- Texas Medical Center
06.2023 - 04.2025
Nurse Extern- Medical Surgical Department
Christus Santa Rosa Westoverhills
05.2022 - 08.2022
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Texas State University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Schreiner University