GENESIS CASTILLO

Dedicated Senior BSN candidate with extensive clinical experience in pediatric and neonatal care. Proven ability to effectively communicate with families and deliver quality patient-centered care. Seeking a new graduate nursing position in Pediatrics or NICU to further develop expertise while advocating for children’s health and well-being.

NICU Capstone Student — Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

• Texas Health Huguley | Burleson, TX | May 2026 – June 2026
• Provided direct bedside care to critically ill and premature neonates in a NICU setting under RN supervision
• Performed neonatal assessments including vital signs, weight, head circumference, skin integrity evaluation, and neurobehavioral cues
• Applied principles of developmental care: positioning, clustering of cares, minimal stimulation, and skin-to-skin promotion
• Supported family-centered care by educating and involving parents in feeding, diapering, and bonding with their newborns
• Monitored and documented intake/output, gavage feedings, IV therapy, and respiratory support parameters
• Recognized and escalated early signs of neonatal deterioration including respiratory distress, temperature instability, and feeding intolerance

Pediatric & OB Clinical Rotations

• Cook Children’s Medical Center & JPS Health Network, Fort Worth, TX | August 2025 – April 2026
• Cook Children’s Medical Center (Pediatrics): Provided developmentally appropriate care across pediatric age groups; performed growth and developmental assessments, and delivered family-centered education to caregivers
• JPS Health Network (OB/Women’s Health): Gained clinical experience in obstetric and women’s health settings; assisted with antepartum and postpartum assessments, monitored maternal-fetal status, supported labor progress, and provided newborn care education to new mothers and families