Amber Castellanos
Killeen
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 4+ years of experience in Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) and Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF). Skilled in managing complex patient needs such as chronic illness, post-surgical recovery, and palliative care. Strong at building relationships with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams for individualized, holistic care. Proficient in medication administration, wound care, infection control, and patient assessments while prioritizing safety and comfort. Committed to ongoing learning and professional development to stay updated on nursing best practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing
SNF/LTAC
10.2024 - Current
- SNF/LTAC- October 2024-Present
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital
03.2021 - Current
- SNF/LTAC-LVN March 2021- Present
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Galen College of Nursing
09.2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
05.2019
High School Diploma -
Milford Senior High School
05.2004
Skills
- Effective critical thinking skills
- Team Player
- Respectful
- Prioritize patient and family needs
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary team
- Medication and IV administration
- Conducted detailed clinical assessments
- Compassionate and caring
- Wound care
Certification
- Texas Licensed Vocational Nurse 2020 to present
- BLS Certified- December 2025
- ALS Certified- December 2025
Timeline
Nursing
SNF/LTAC
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital
03.2021 - Current
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Central Texas College
Associate Degree of Nursing -
Galen College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Milford Senior High School
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