Rachel Costilla
Tulsa
Summary
Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with 7 hours years of experience. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Dedicated to delivering best-in-class patient care and individualized plans for families and patients.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Hillcrest South Hospital
Tulsa
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Provided emotional support to families during times of crisis or stress related to illness or hospitalization.
- Adhered to safety protocols such as fall prevention strategies, universal precautions and isolation procedures.
- Ensured proper implementation of infection control practices throughout the unit.
- Maintained a safe environment by complying with standards, procedures, rules and regulations.
- Identified changes in patient condition or behavior; reported any significant findings to physician promptly.
- Performed daily assessment of patient's vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians in accordance with established policies and procedures.
RN, ICU
Saint Francis Hospital South
03.2021 - 10.2024
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a more cohesive and efficient team environment.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions, revising care plans as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Devised customized interventions addressing physical, emotional, social, spiritual aspects of each patient''s well-being while adhering to professional ethics guidelines.
- Administered vaccinations and conducted health screenings for early detection of illnesses or diseases among patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
RN, ICU
Hillcrest Medical Center
06.2018 - 02.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
- Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
- Contributed to efficient care coordination by collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other support staff to ensure timely patient discharges and smooth transitions between care settings.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to ICU nursing care management strategies.
- Provided emotional support for patients'' families during times of crisis by maintaining open lines of communication, offering guidance on coping strategies, and connecting them with available resources as needed.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through active participation in unit-based committees focused on advancing nursing practice standards and optimizing patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize risk of cross-contamination among critically ill patients.
- Facilitated smooth handoff processes during shift changes by maintaining accurate documentation of patient status updates, treatments provided, and pending tasks requiring immediate attention from incoming staff members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
- Optimized resource utilization within the ICU by coordinating staff assignments and efficiently managing workload distribution.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and psychological needs to inform targeted interventions and support holistic care approaches.
- Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes while reducing costs associated with ICU care delivery.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates for critical patients through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care units.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
OSU Okmulgee
Okmulgee, OK04.2018
Skills
- Telemetry monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- End of life care
- Ethical Practice
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Chart management
- Sanitation
- Evidence-based practices
- Advanced Life Support
- Airway Management
- IV setup
- Taking vitals
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Patient Advocacy
- Policy Adherence
- HIPAA Education
- Family advocacy
- Treatment Planning
- OSHA safety expert
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Patient Coping Mechanisms
- Medical Equipment Setup
- CPR/AED
- Honest and Dependable
- Cardiac monitors
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Endotracheal Intubations
- Emotional Support
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- Records Updating
- Relationship Building
- Nutrition and Nourishment Issues
- Medical Device Monitoring
- After-Care Planning
- Heartsaver First Aid (First Aid)
- Nursing Protocol Development
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
- Reliable and Responsible
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Decision-Making
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Electronic Charting
- Pain Management
- Specimen Collection
- Medication Administration
- Analytical Thinking
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Documentation And Reporting
- Quality Assurance
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Patient Assessment
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Shock Symptom Identification
- Needs Assessment
- Patient assessment
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - Since 6/2018
- NIH
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Hillcrest South Hospital
10.2024 - 07.2025
RN, ICU
Saint Francis Hospital South
03.2021 - 10.2024
RN, ICU
Hillcrest Medical Center
06.2018 - 02.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
OSU Okmulgee