Caitlin Castro
Registered Nurse with 13 years of diverse clinical experience spanning medical-surgical, critical care, behavioral health, and care management. Extensive background providing direct patient care in fast-paced acute care and ICU settings, caring for medically complex patients and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care. Experienced in care coordination, transitions of care, chronic disease management, utilization management, and patient education for high-risk populations. Proven ability to prioritize competing demands, manage complex caseloads, and adapt seamlessly across inpatient, outpatient, hybrid, and remote healthcare environments. Seeking a per diem hospital RN position where I can leverage my strong acute care and critical care expertise while continuing to provide safe, compassionate, patient-centered care.
Work History
DSNP Nurse Case Manager
3 Months- Coordinated comprehensive care plans to address patient needs and optimize health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment strategies for diverse populations.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on evolving health conditions and feedback.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting self-management and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
Registered Nurse, Care Management
4 Years 3 Months- Manage a caseload of 350 high-risk members with complex behavioral health, substance use, and medical needs.
- Coordinate transitions of care following emergency department visits and hospitalizations to improve follow-up, reduce gaps in care, and support positive outcomes.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ACOs, MCOs, and care coordinators to ensure integrated, patient-centered care.
- Review comprehensive assessments and individualized care plans for clinical accuracy, quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Provide patient education, health coaching, and comprehensive EHR documentation to promote self-management, medication adherence, and continuity of care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, ICU
9 Years- Delivered direct care to critically ill and medically complex patients in ICU and medical-surgical settings.
- Monitored patient status, responded to acute changes and emergencies, and implemented timely clinical interventions.
- Performed pre-operative preparation including chart review, medication reconciliation, and coordination with surgical teams.
- Facilitated safe patient transitions including ICU step-down, surgical pre-op, interfacility transfers, and discharge planning.
- Served as charge nurse, coordinating staffing assignments and supporting clinical decision-making for complex cases.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Precepted and mentored newly hired nurses, providing clinical guidance and evaluating care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, medications, and post-discharge care instructions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Certification
Registered Nurse, Massachusetts, Active
Registered Nurse, Rhode Island, Active
American Heart Association BLS/CPR Certification
ACLS certification