CARLOS CASTRO III
Kissimmee
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Health First, Inc., excelling in medication administration and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in care planning and infection control, ensuring optimal recovery and safety for diverse patient populations. Committed to delivering results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Health First,Inc
Cape Canaveral, FL
10.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patient vitals and administered medications to ensure effective treatment and recovery.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate treatment and enhance patient recovery.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted new patient assessments throughout the shift to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plan.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HCA- Osceoal Regional Medical Center
Kissimmee, FL
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
Registered Nurse
Manhattanville Health Care Center
The Bronx, NY
05.2013 - 05.2019
- Administered patient care and medication in accordance with prescribed treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, discharge instructions, and preventive care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - English
MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY-ILIGAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
ILIGAN City03.2002
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound care
- Patient admission assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Care planning
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification, Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Team coordination
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- ADL assistance
- Long-term care
- EPIC charting
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Health First,Inc
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HCA- Osceoal Regional Medical Center
06.2019 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse
Manhattanville Health Care Center
05.2013 - 05.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kingsborough Community College
Bachelor of Arts - English
MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY-ILIGAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY