Katherine Castro
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner responsible for providing a range of non-surgical cosmetic procedures including injectables, laser treatments, and other minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. Highly skilled in performing aesthetic assessments to determine best course of treatment for each patients, taking into account their unique skin type, facial structure, and desired outcome. Passionate educator. Laser specialist.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Devices, Nurse Practitioner
The Skin Center
10.2020 - Current
- Work closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy, further clinician education, develop procedural and safety protocols.
- Provide a range of non-surgical cosmetic procedures, including injectables, laser therapies, and other minimally invasive cosmetic procedures.
- Utliization of Sciton and Lutronic devices
Clinical Trainer For Lasers and Devices
Cutera
01.2021 - Current
- Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
- Developed individualized training plans to achieve staff readiness.
- Educated clients on proper use of lasers and devices
Critical Care Registered Nurse
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Provide high-quality care to critically ill patients
Nurse Practitioner
Miami Vein Center and Skin Spa
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Diagnose and treat a wide range of vascular conditions including peripheral vascular disease and varicose veins
- Analyzed patients' skin and body goal to make appropriate minimally invasive cosmetic procedure and product recommendations.
- Utilization of Cutera devices
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Communication And Rhetoric
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05.2015
Skills
- Advanced Laser Techniques
- Botulinum Toxin Administration
- Expert Injector
- Thread Lift Procedures
- Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy
- Sclerotherapy Injector
- Training Development
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Clinical Trainer For Lasers and Devices
Cutera
01.2021 - Current
Director of Devices, Nurse Practitioner
The Skin Center
10.2020 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
07.2020 - 07.2023
Nurse Practitioner
Miami Vein Center and Skin Spa
09.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor of Science - Communication And Rhetoric
University of Pittsburgh
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