Carolina Castro
Campobello,SC
Summary
Compassionate, patient-focused Registered Nurse. Committed to delivering the best patient care. Independent worker with extensive medical experience and fastidious nature dedicated to optimal patient care. Looking to learn and expand my knowledge. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Medical Assistant
Blue Ridge Community Health Services
10.2016 - Current
- Fast learner Critical thinker
- Bi-lingual Adaptable
- Communication, Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation
- Prepared initial patient charts for admission
- Attended required training, education and meetings.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pardee Hospital
10.2015 - 05.2016
- Complied with all specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
- Supported various patients with mobility and ambulatory care
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patient clothing and bedside tales or equipment
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by helping patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Minimized infection risk for patients and healthcare team members with thorough cleaning and sanitizing of rooms, equipment and devices
- Offered emotional support to patients and family members
- D/C IV
- Place catheters on both male and female patients
- Perform tracheostomy care
- Assist with feeding tubes
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carolina Village
08.2013 - 10.2015
- Complied with all specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
- Coordinated and ensured safe patient living environment and assisted with daily living activities
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Minimized infection risk for patients and healthcare team members with thorough cleaning and sanitizing of rooms, equipment and devices
- Engaged with patients using active listening and open-ended questioning to build meaningful relationships
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patient clothing and bedside tales or equipment
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SC05.2023
Certificate for Medical Assistant: Medical Assisting -
EduTech
Columbus, NC2016
High School Diploma -
North Henderson High School
Hendersonville, NC2013
Skills
- Clear Patient Communication
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Compassionate and Caring
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Treatment Preparation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Intervention
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
Affiliations
Phi Theta Kappa
Additional Information
COMMUNITY EVENTS: I have participated in many community events through my current Employer. I have attended events focused on our Latin community. I have helped with health screenings, and health education. Worked with Mako Medical to provide COVID vaccines to the community. Administered COVID vaccines at community events.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Blue Ridge Community Health Services
10.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Pardee Hospital
10.2015 - 05.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carolina Village
08.2013 - 10.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Spartanburg Community College
Certificate for Medical Assistant: Medical Assisting -
EduTech
High School Diploma -
North Henderson High School
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