Caleb Delgado
Phelps,USA
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive surgical and orthopedic experience, committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Demonstrated ability to precept new staff, enhancing team competency and operational efficiency. Proficient in maintaining high standards of clinical documentation and infection control in high-pressure environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
CIRCULATING REGISTERED NURSE IN SURGERY
Rochester Regional Health
Newark, NY
12.2023 - Current
- Supported surgical procedures by providing direct patient care and assisting physicians to promote optimal surgical outcomes.
- Applied extensive orthopedic experience during patient care and surgical support.
- Assisted with retraction, suctioning, and scrub tech coverage during multiple surgical cases.
- Followed infection control policies while providing patient care in operating room.
- Precepted newly hired nurses in surgical services, strengthening team competency and integration.
- Helped develop clinical skills and patient care protocols to improve operational efficiency.
- Prepared medical equipment and instruments for examinations and treatments.
- Processed laboratory specimens by packaging, labeling, and submitting items for timely results.
- Restocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with needed supplies to support continuous operations.
REGISTERED NURSE, ORTHOPEDICS
Finger Lakes Bone and Joint
Newark, Geneva, Clifton Springs, Canandaigua, NY
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with noninvasive procedures.
- Provided skilled care in splinting, casting, and removal of sutures and staples.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Supported providers by preparing medications and co-signing injections in EPIC.
- Highly experienced in phone call triage, critical thinking, and compassionate with all of patients always.
- Trained and mentored new RNs, LPNs, and medical assistants on best practices, clinic policies and standards of carc.
PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT
Ashton Place
Clifton Springs, NY
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Assisted clients with personal needs, including exercise, bathing, and grooming to promote dignity and comfort.
- Monitored health and well-being of residents, identifying and reporting significant health changes to care team.
- Medication administration for all residents.
- Performed monthly apartment checks to ensure safety.
- Reported concerns to supervisory care coordinator to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Conducted preliminary physical tests, including blood pressure, weight, and temperature, accurately documenting results in patient history.
NURSING ASSISTANT
Geneva General Hospital ICU
Geneva, NY
06.2018 - 05.2020
- Experience in caring for critically ill patients and assisting nurses in high priority tasks.
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Documented nursing assessments and treatments to enhance patient safety and streamline workflow.
- Provided daily living activities to patients by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Engaged patient families to ensure supportive and efficient visit experience.
- Developed fluid restriction sheet to enhance patient care and ensure compliance with medical guidelines.
- Trained new nursing assistants in Geneva General ICU on protocols and procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Saint John Fisher University
Rochester, NY03-2026
BSN - Bachelor's In Nursing
Franklin University
Columbus, OH08-2024
RN Associates Program College Courses - Registered Nurse
Finger Lakes Health College of Nursing
Geneva, NY05-2021
High School Diploma -
Midlakes High School
Phelps-Clifton Springs05-2018
Skills
- Surgical Services Experience (RN)
- Orthopedic Experience (RN Outpatient and Intraop)
- Intensive Care Experience (CNA)
- EPIC
- Meditech (GGH charting system)
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Google Drive
- Google Slides
- Proficient in Spanish
- HIPAA
- Calm and level-headed under pressure
- Patient Care and Safety
- Able to lift 300 pounds
- Records Management
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- BSN
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
FNP Student Clinical Experience
- 150 hours of clinical experience logged at Demay Living Center in Newark, NY
- 150 hours of clincial expericen logged with Finger Lakes Bone and Joint Orthopedic Clifion Springs, NY
- Currently logging clincal hours with Kueka Family Practice
- Performed comprehensive and focused patient assessments on geriatric residents, including history taking and physical examinations
- Developed differential diagnoses and identified acute and chronic conditions such as hyperglycemia, dehydration, and infections
- Formulated and implemented evidence based treatment plans in collaboration with preceptor
- Prescribed medications under supervision, including initiating, adjusting, and monitoring pharmacologic therapy
- Entered and managed patient documentation in Epic, including detailed SOAP notes and clinical updates
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory tests (BMP, A1C, urinalysis) and diagnostic studies
- Initiated and managed imaging orders as appropriate to patient condition
- Applied ICD 10 coding for accurate diagnosis documentation
- Participated in visit level coding and billing based on medical decision making
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team including nursing staff, pharmacists, and family members to coordinate patient care
- Monitored patient response to treatment and adjusted care plans accordingly
- Provided patient and family education on disease management, medication adherence, and health promotion
Hobbies and Interests
- Youth Group Music Director/Member of the Geneva Hispanic Church of God (2010-Present)
- Pianist for the worship team during Sunday sermon
- Bringing the Phelps and Clifton Springs communities together
- Logged 60+ hours of local community services
- Frequent Blood Donations (20+) - Red Cross
References
- Lori Shaw (Lead Surgical Services Manager) Cell: 315-224-1059
- Sarah Kirker (Operative Services Manager) Cell: 614-546-8334
Timeline
CIRCULATING REGISTERED NURSE IN SURGERY
Rochester Regional Health
12.2023 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE, ORTHOPEDICS
Finger Lakes Bone and Joint
09.2021 - 12.2023
PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT
Ashton Place
05.2020 - 07.2021
NURSING ASSISTANT
Geneva General Hospital ICU
06.2018 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner Student
Saint John Fisher University
BSN - Bachelor's In Nursing
Franklin University
RN Associates Program College Courses - Registered Nurse
Finger Lakes Health College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Midlakes High School