Barbara Castellanos
Lancaster,United States
Summary
Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with a distinguished background in cardiothoracic surgery, medical surgery, and acute patient care management. I am actively pursuing professional development at St. Joseph's University Family Nurse Practitioner program. My expertise has honed my skills in evaluating and treating patients in high-pressure situations, resulting in unparalleled levels of patient care. With a talent for excelling in fast-paced settings, I utilize active listening skills, critical thinking abilities, and extensive knowledge to bring value to any healthcare team. As a committed professional, I strive for exceptional outcomes and deliver quality patient care. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Dedicated to delivering best-in-class patient care and individualized plans for families and patients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Registered Nurse
Penn medicine/ Lancaster General Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Proficiently manage ventilated/sedated patients, arterial lines, central lines, ECG monitoring, and all other invasive lines
- Skill-fully administer and monitor pharmacological drips, including vasoactive/sedative drip
- Collaborate with critical care team and cardiothoracic surgeons to provide optimal care for critically ill patients
- Conduct comprehensive assessments, disease management, patient teaching, procedures, and discharges within RN scope of practice
- Deliver compassionate care in an organized and efficient manner
- Foster effective relationships and leadership across the care team
- Proactively seek out learning opportunities, demonstrating strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and high motivation to provide excellent care in dynamic environments
- Prepare patients for preoperative procedures and directly admit and manage postoperative patients.
Graduate Nurse
Penn medicine/ Lancaster General Hospital
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Administered medication and monitored vital signs for patients under the supervision of a registered nurse
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans
- Educated patients and their families on proper self-care techniques and medication management
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and emotional health to identify potential health risks and implement preventative measures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Lancaster, PA01.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
Lancaster, PA12.2021
Skills
- Family-centered care
- Central Line Care
- Developmental care
- Cardiopulmonary Monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Assessment
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- HIPAA Education
- Patient Advocacy
Accomplishments
Facial Aesthetics Certification at The American Association of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery in Beverly Hills, California
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Pennsylvania State Board, RN753979, 03/2023
- ACLS, American Heart Association, 06/2022
- HeartMate II & 3 LVAS Clinical Operation & Patient management, Abbott Education Network, 11/2022
- Post Operative Open Heart Surgery Care, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 03/2023
- CRRT Certified by NxStage Medical Inc., 09/2023
- ECMO Management & Patient Care – Penn medicine Lancaster General Health, 11/2023
References
Available Upon request
Timeline
ICU Registered Nurse
Penn medicine/ Lancaster General Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Graduate Nurse
Penn medicine/ Lancaster General Hospital
12.2021 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Harrisburg Area Community College
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