Jordan Castellanos
Miramar
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Nspire Healthcare Of Tamarac
08.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
Manager
Samco Transportation LLC
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Increased transportation efficiency by optimizing routing and scheduling processes.
- Reduced transport costs for the company through strategic negotiations with vendors and carriers.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with detailed tracking and monitoring of shipments.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty to the company.
- Managed a team of drivers, providing support and guidance to improve performance and productivity.
- Conducted regular evaluations of transportation procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Maintained compliance with all regulations, avoiding fines and penalties for the organization.
- Resolved customer issues efficiently, minimizing lost business due to transportation errors or delays.
- Trained new employees on company policies and best practices, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
- Observed staff to review compliance and safety to minimize losses due to violations or damage.
- Oversaw team of 7 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.
- Researched distance, traffic patterns and other aspects to determine cost-effective and productive routes for deliveries.
- Prepared and updated employees' daily work schedules and resolved delivery problems.
Private Nurse
Self Employed
07.2013 - 04.2019
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and personalized care in a private setting.
- Administered prescribed medications, ensuring accurate dosages for optimal patient health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes or abnormalities to physicians promptly for timely medical intervention.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, fostering a supportive home environment for patients.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes, adhering to strict infection control protocols for patient safety.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and compassion in all interactions.
- Responded quickly during emergency situations, utilizing critical thinking skills and medical expertise to stabilize patients until additional help arrived.
- Advocated for patient needs with healthcare providers, ensuring comprehensive care and timely access to necessary resources.
- Assisted in the coordination of end-of-life care for terminally ill patients, providing emotional support and comfort measures during their final days.
Education
No Degree - LPN
Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, FLGED -
Sheridan Technical College
Hollywood, FLSkills
- Nursing Ethics
- Catheter Care
- Disease Prevention
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Diabetes management
- Health Promotion
- End of life care
- Palliative Care
- Compassionate Care
- Geriatric Nursing
- Wound Care
- Family Communication
- Chronic Disease Management
Certification
Basic Life Support
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LPN
Nspire Healthcare Of Tamarac
08.2023 - Current
Manager
Samco Transportation LLC
08.2019 - 07.2023
Private Nurse
Self Employed
07.2013 - 04.2019
No Degree - LPN
Sheridan Technical College
GED -
Sheridan Technical College