Crystal Casillas
Hurst,Texas
Summary
To obtain a Nursing position where I can apply my skills, knowledge and experience toward the care of others.
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in nursing, bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Excels at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Cook Children's Physician Network
Bedford, Texas
07.2023 - Current
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Triaging incoming calls and messages, answering with support or referring to provider as needed
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Administering oral, inhalation, and/or intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Completed referral services for patients to specialized health resources, or community agencies, to furnish additional assistance.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered diagnostic tests, and determined diagnoses to help detect conditions.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintain clinical supplies and vaccines, taking inventory, and ordering as needed.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
RN
Team Select (Vivicare Health Partners)
Fort Worth, TX
05.2016 - Current
- Company Overview: Pediatric Home Health.
- Assisting with ADLs, trach, and ventilator care.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- G-tube feeding/care, button changes, feedings via pump.
- Suctioning, CPT, and cough assist treatments.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Care is provided at night, including continuous monitoring, treatments, feedings, changing positions, and untangling lines.
- Educating those who are old enough on wellness and self management, monitoring supplies used, and reporting those that are needed.
- Communication with family and physicians, informing them of any changes or concerns.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
LVN
Hope Pediatrics
Dallas, TX
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Company Overview: Pediatric Home Health
- Same as above
LVN, School Nurse
Whittier City School District
Whittier, CA
08.2011 - 06.2015
- Providing medical interventions, first aid, emergency care, and skilled care to staff and students.
- Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
- Administered medication as needed, with proper medical authorization.
- Counseled and educated students in small groups or as individuals concerning medical issues.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
- Completing school screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and development.
- Providing diabetic care, G-button care, and feedings.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
- Collaborated with teachers and other staff members to ensure a safe learning environment for students.
- Changed dressings on wounds.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Participated in meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices for providing quality care to students.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met
Education
Bachelors - Nursing
West Coast University
Richardson, TX05-2024
Associates - Science, Vocational Nursing
Long Beach City College
Long Beach, Ca05.2011
Skills
- Health promotion
- Tracheostomy Management
- Ventilator Management
- Direct patient care
- Basic life support
- Diabetes management
- Patient assessment
- G-tube care
- Pediatric nursing
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Specimens collection and processing
- Compassionate care
Certificates
- BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR and AED, exp. 8/2025
Licenses
- RN # 1157604
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN
Cook Children's Physician Network
07.2023 - Current
RN
Team Select (Vivicare Health Partners)
05.2016 - Current
LVN
Hope Pediatrics
02.2016 - 05.2016
LVN, School Nurse
Whittier City School District
08.2011 - 06.2015
Bachelors - Nursing
West Coast University
Associates - Science, Vocational Nursing
Long Beach City College