Evangelina Bazaldua Castillo
Donna,TX
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in critical thinking, vital signs monitoring, and direct patient care. Committed to maintaining a safe environment through strict adherence to infection control protocols while advocating for patient rights and well-being.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
register nurse
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance Health System
Edinburg, Texas
04.2025 - Current
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Promoted patient dignity and respect by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance Health System
Edinburg, Texas
10.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Certified Nursing Assistant
weslaco nursing and rehabilatation center
Weslaco, Texas
10.2008 - 10.2022
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and dressing, to enhance patient comfort and dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, promptly reporting changes to nursing staff to support timely medical interventions.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to the charge nurse.
- Executed turning and repositioning of residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers and promote skin integrity.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted residents with walking to promote mobility and independence. with or without self-help devices.
- Delivered meals to patients in their rooms and supported feeding.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
Medication Aide
Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilatation Center
Weslaco, Texas
10.2008 - 10.2022
- Administered medications to residents in accordance with care plans.
- Administered oral medications to patients in accordance with doctor's orders.
- Prepared and distributed medications according to physician's instructions using appropriate techniques and procedures.
- Monitored residents for side effects and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Observed patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
- Educated residents about their medications and potential side effects.
- Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
- Ensured that all controlled substances are appropriately secured at all times according to state regulations.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during medication distribution process.
- Adhered strictly to established policies, procedures and protocols related to medication administration.
- Verified the identity of the patient receiving medication prior to administration.
- Monitored patient vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Instructed patients on proper self-administration of medications when applicable.
- Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
- Initiated oxygen and administered life-saving drugs in emergency situations.
- Attended continuing education classes related to medication administration topics.
- Organized medication storage areas to ensure accessibility and safety.
- Performed routine inventory control checks of drugs stored in unit drug boxes or carts.
- Requested drug supplies from pharmacy to support patient care.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Welcomed patients and families warmly, fostering a compassionate atmosphere for building trust.
- Provided mental and emotional support to clients, promoting their overall well-being.
- Implemented infection control measures, including thorough hand washing and adherence to universal precautions.
- Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Certified Nursing Assistant alzheimers unit
veterans Alfredo Gonzalez
McAllen, Texas
03.2005 - 10.2008
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Assisted veterans with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Supported mobility assistance through safe transfer techniques for veterans.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Assisted residents in walking using mobility aids to ensure safety and support. with or without self-help devices.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance patient well-being.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to the charge nurse.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Machine Operator Packer
Vanity Fair
McAllen, Texas
06.1998 - 11.2005
- Operated packing machinery to ensure efficient product packaging.
- Monitored production lines for quality and consistency during operations.
- Inspected finished products for defects and adhered to quality standards.
- Adjusted machine settings based on product specifications and requirements.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Coordinated with team members to maintain smooth workflow in packing area.
- Collaborated with team members to improve efficiency in the packing process.
- Loaded materials to ensure smooth operation of production machinery. into production machinery and adjusted settings as necessary to meet specifications.
- Implemented safety protocols for handling equipment and software systems.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors about any changes made during the course of a job run.
- Operated semi-automated printing, bindery, and cutting machines.
Education
Associate of Science - Register Nurse
Escuela De Enfermeria Dr Jose Angel Cadena Cadena
Reynosa Tamps06-2020
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Flow sheet charting
- Patient care
- Charting documentation
- Documenting vitals
- Flow sheet charting
- ADL assistance
- Critical thinking
- ADL assistance
Timeline
register nurse
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance Health System
04.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance Health System
10.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
weslaco nursing and rehabilatation center
10.2008 - 10.2022
Medication Aide
Weslaco Nursing and Rehabilatation Center
10.2008 - 10.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant alzheimers unit
veterans Alfredo Gonzalez
03.2005 - 10.2008
Machine Operator Packer
Vanity Fair
06.1998 - 11.2005
Associate of Science - Register Nurse
Escuela De Enfermeria Dr Jose Angel Cadena Cadena