Celeste Rinaldi
RN
Kailua,HI
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable nursing professional with a strong background in clinical assessment and patient education. Known for effectively monitoring patient conditions and implementing individualized care plans to drive optimal healthcare outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center
08.2017 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per care plans and protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and care quality.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying changes in condition and escalating concerns promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication use, and discharge instructions.
- Triage patients with various obstetric concerns such ruling out labor, rupture of membranes, preeclampsia symptoms, vaginal bleeding , abdominal pain and other various concerns.
- Assist in various procedures such as: external cephalic version; induction of labor; circulating and scrubbing into cesarean section delivery and other obstetric OR procedures; pulling sheaths post angiograms; trach/vent care; peritoneal dialysis; deaccessing ports; iv starts; foley starts; and various other tasks and procedures.
Staff Nurse
Adventist Health Castle Medical Center
05.2013 - 05.2015
- Provided direct patient care for 4-6 higher acuity patients in a telemetry unit during dayshifts. Monitored and assessed patients' conditions. Administered medications, blood products, TPN, and PPN. Assisted with peritoneal dialysis and ventilator/tracheostomy care. Performed IV starts and maintenance, blood draws, and central line care. Conducted Foley catheter insertions and care, as well as tube feeding management. Facilitated patient admissions and discharges. Developed and evaluated patient care plans. Documented patient information accurately. Interpreted and monitored cardiac strips and rhythms. Participated in continuing education and attended monthly staff meetings. Collaborated with ancillary staff, physicians, case management, and leadership. Provided patient education and supported compliance with CMS indicators and standards.
RN Staff Nurse, Telemetry
CAMC Memorial Hospital
08.2009 - 05.2013
- Full time RN on 4 West telemetry unit providing direct patient care for 4-7 higher acuity patients working various shifts.
- Administered medications/blood and products/TPN/PPN and monitored patient vitals, cardiac strips and rhythms in compliance with hospital protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and post-discharge care procedures.
- Assisted with IV insertions and maintenance. Provided wound care and central line care. Supported ventilator and tracheostomy care. Aided in tube feeding care and foley catheter insertions. Conducted bladder irrigations and peritoneal dialysis procedures.
Staff Registered Nurse
Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital
05.2004 - 08.2009
- Full time RN on 3D medical/surgical unit provided direct patient care for 4-10 patients working various shifts.
- Administered medications, blood and products/ TPN/PPN and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and health promotion strategies.
- Assisted with patient admissions and discharges. Performed IV insertions and blood draws. Provided care for Foley catheters and wounds. Supported ventilator and tracheostomy management. Conducted peritoneal dialysis and monitored cardiac rhythms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
04-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
05-2004
Associate of Science - Science
12-2002
Skills
Hawaii RN License RN-71403 expires 06/30/2027
Florida RN License RN 9674581 expires 07/31/2026
Neonatal Resuscitation Program advanced provider expires 07/31/2027
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLS Provider expires 06/31/2026
Timeline
Staff Nurse - Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center
08.2017 - Current
Staff Nurse - Adventist Health Castle Medical Center
05.2013 - 05.2015
RN Staff Nurse, Telemetry - CAMC Memorial Hospital
08.2009 - 05.2013
Staff Registered Nurse - Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital
05.2004 - 08.2009
The University of Texas At Arlington - Bachelor of Science, Nursing Science
Westmoreland County Community College - Associate of Applied Science, Nursing
Cameron University - Associate of Science, Science