David Castanon
Palmhurst
Summary
Licensed Vocational Nurse Apprentice completing LVN-RN transition program (graduating April 2026) with hands-on experience in acute care settings. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrates strong prioritization and adaptability in fast-paced clinical environments. Seeking to begin RN practice within a dynamic healthcare team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Apprentice
Doctor Health Renissance
5501 S McColl Rd, Edinburg, TX 78539
04.2025 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted the RN in administering medications, documenting vital signs, Provided direct care under RN supervision in acute care settings, performed IV insertion and assisted with IV therapy management
- Assisted in code situations and emergency interventions
- Assisted with trauma assessments and rapid patient stabilization
- Maintained situational awareness during high-volume shifts
- Familiarity with DHR policies, EMR system, and workflow
Private Duty Nurse
Tri County Health Care
Weslaco, TX
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patients' vital signs to ensure safety and comfort.
- Monitored the patients ventilator and tracheostomy care
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life for clients.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans based on individual needs.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes to nursing staff for continuity of care.
- Educated families on patient care techniques and health management strategies.
Cross Functional Represenative
HEB Grocery Store
120 E Mile 3 Rd, Palmhurst, TX 78573
07.2022 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring stock levels met demand and minimizing waste.
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately, processing transactions and handling cash responsibly.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain store cleanliness and organization during peak hours.
- Handled customer complaints quickly and professionally to restore customer confidence and prevent loss of business.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
Pharr, TX04-2026
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
Pharr, TX12-2024
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care
- IV insertion
- Specimen Collection
- Effective Communication
- Safety and infection control
- Clinical judgement
- Pain management technique
- Bilingual
Clinical Rotation
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Emergency Department
- Intensive Care Unit
- Maternal/Newborn
- Pediatrics
- Cath lab
- Interventional radiology
- Day surgery
Timeline
LVN Apprentice
Doctor Health Renissance
04.2025 - Current
Private Duty Nurse
Tri County Health Care
02.2025 - 05.2025
Cross Functional Represenative
HEB Grocery Store
07.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Rio Grande Valley College