Brandi Casillas
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Elevated patient care standards by providing dedicated support and understanding.,Fostered a culture of learning and advancement among healthcare teams.,Realized high patient satisfaction through effective and empathetic communication strategies.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
University Health
San Antonio, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Executed medication administration protocols and tracked vital signs to ensure optimal patient safety
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and post-discharge care.
- Guided new staff through nursing protocols and clinical procedures to enhance operational efficiency and patient care standards.
- Provided training and support to junior nurses, promoting skill development and professional progression.
- Administered wound care, treatment protocols, and procedural assistance.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and reporting any abnormalities to the appropriate healthcare provider.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Strengthened infection control measures by strictly following hand hygiene protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Addressed patient requests by providing timely clinical and personal assistance.
- Collaborated with physicians during examinations and procedures, maintaining rigorous safety standards at all times.
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
San Antonio, TX
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Processed incoming drug orders by checking deliveries against paperwork and updating computer system.
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Restocked automated medication dispensing equipment.
- Supervised 9 pharmacy technicians and coordinated day-to-day assignments.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
San Antonio, TX
01.2002 - 01.2012
- Stocked, labeled and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems and locating items.
- Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations and patient information.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Prepared intravenous solutions, admixtures, respiratory drugs and other solutions using aseptic techniques.
- Supervised 12 pharmacy technicians and coordinated day-to-day assignments.
- Maintained proper drug storage procedures, registries and records for controlled drugs.
- Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
- Maintained drug inventory levels by ordering necessary medications and supplies.
Education
Vocational Nursing Cerificate - Vocational Nursing
St. Philips College
San Antonio, TX08.2022
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Health promotion
Preventative care
Diabetes management
Pediatric care
Patient care
Clinical judgment
Verbal and written communication
Clinical documentation
Physical assessment
Wound care
Immunization administration
Breathing treatments
Medication administration
Infection control
Pulse oximetry tracking
Patient intake
Outpatient care
EMR / EHR
Samples collection
Empathetic and compassionate
Licensed practical nurse
EKG administration
Cultural competence
Teamwork and collaboration
Responsible and dependable
Problem-solving abilities
Cleaning and sanitizing
Certification
Basic Life Support Health care Provider Current-April 2021
Basics of Intravenous Therapy Course Current-June 2022
Stop the Bleed Course Current-July 2022
Mental Health First Aid Course Current-May 2022
Licensure
Licensed Vocational Nurse
License Number 1092219
Original Issue Date: 1/18/2023
Current Expiration Date: 2/29/2024
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
University Health
07.2023 - Current
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2012 - 01.2017
Certified Pharmacy Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2002 - 01.2012
Vocational Nursing Cerificate - Vocational Nursing
St. Philips College