Edelin Casilla
Hollywood,FL
Summary
Compassionate Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse with experience providing comprehensive care to patients undergoing chemotherapy and other infusion treatments. Demonstrated strengths include assessment of patient needs, development of individualized care plans, administration of medication, and monitoring for side effects. Previous work has positively impacted patient comfort levels during treatment, leading to improved quality of life and nominated for multiple Daisy awards and Excellent patient care awards.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Memorial Healthcare System
Pembroke Pines, FL
06.2022 - Current
- Successfully assisted in managing a 32-chair unit, developing and implementing SOPs to ensure the highest level of quality care.
- Assisting staff RNs when needed, as well as performing as a Resource nurse.
- Performed therapeutic phlebotomies, blood product administrations, CVL/PICC line removal, and central line dressing changes
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs, prior to chemotherapy infusions.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients receiving chemotherapy by following established safety protocols.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered and monitored chemotherapy regimens, biotherapy agents, supportive care medications, hydration therapy and blood products.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care.
- Instructed family members in home care after discharge from the hospital setting.
- Attended educational seminars regularly to stay current on new advances in Oncology nursing practice.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments administered to each patient in accordance with hospital policy.
- Managed acute infusion reactions such as fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, anaphylaxis and hypersensitivity reactions.
- Assessed patient response to treatments and reported changes in condition to physicians.
- Provided education and counseling for patients on their treatment plan and side effects of medications.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment of physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patient.
- Participated in research initiatives as needed.
- Evaluated laboratory results for accuracy before administering treatment.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Customer Service Representative
Memorial Health Care System, Hollywood
Hollywood, FL
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Gathered customer feedback through surveys and used the data to improve customer service.
- Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, transactions and comments for future reference.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism when dealing with difficult customers.
- Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Developed positive relationships with customers through friendly interactions.
- Tracked orders from start to finish to ensure timely delivery of goods or services.
- Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Doral05-2022
Skills
- Collaborative Leadership
- Communication
- Patient Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Safety
- Policy and procedure compliance
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award
- Patient Excellence Care Award
Certification
- Registered Nurse Compact License- RN9598718
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- ONS/ONCC Chemo/Immunotherapy
- Stericycle OSHA/HIPPA Compliance
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Memorial Healthcare System
06.2022 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Memorial Health Care System, Hollywood
07.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
- Registered Nurse Compact License- RN9598718
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- ONS/ONCC Chemo/Immunotherapy
- Stericycle OSHA/HIPPA Compliance
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