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Ashley Casillas

Brentwood

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

NYU Langone Hospital - Suffolk
08.2024 - Current
  • Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
  • Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
  • Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
  • Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
  • Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.

Registered Nurse

East Neck Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Licensed Practical Nurse

East Neck Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2021 - 08.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
09.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood, NY
05.2023

Skills

  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Critical Care
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Health Screening
  • Diabetes Management
  • Lab Result Interpretation
  • Wound Care
  • Emergency Response
  • Nursing Staff Leadership
  • Patient Management
  • Care Planning
  • Chart Updating
  • Vaccine Administration
  • Maintaining Privacy
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Medication and IV Administration
  • Feeding Pumps Understanding
  • Proper Catheter Insertion/Removal
  • Collecting Vitals
  • Insulin Medication Assistance

Cover Letter

01/29/24, RE: Registered Nurse, Dear Hiring Manager, Please accept this letter as an expression of my interest in the Registered Nurse position. I am a highly motivated and progress-focused Registered Nurse with a long-standing background in this industry. With a track record of initiative and dependability, I have devised strategic initiatives which I believe will prove valuable to Northwell. Throughout the course of my career, I have perfected my patient advocacy and medication administration abilities. I am a capable and consistent problem-solver skilled at prioritizing and managing projects with proficiency. In my previous role, I contributed collaboration, critical thinking, and chronic disease management toward team efforts and business improvements. I am progressive minded and in tune with new developments in my field. I have proven to be effective and collaborative with strong teamwork talents. I enjoy collective brainstorming sessions which allow me to coordinate activities to achieve a common goal. Please take a moment to review my attached resume and credentials. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to speak with you regarding my candidacy. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Ashley Casillas

Timeline

Registered Nurse

NYU Langone Hospital - Suffolk
08.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

East Neck Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2023 - 05.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

East Neck Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
08.2021 - 08.2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

Suffolk County Community College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University

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