Katrina Castorena
Registered Nurse
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic registered nurse knowledgeable in health screenings and treating patients with emergent and elective procedure conditions. Well-trained professional with talents in IV insertions and wilingness and eagerness to learn new and different ways to achieve different products. Highly experienced in pre-operative and discharge care.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre-Op Charge Nurse
Methodist Stone Oak
San Antonio , TX
2019.10 - Current
- Directed patient care activities and provided guidance and training to RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift while delegating assignments and providing treatment.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Maximized team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
Registered Nurse, Peri-Operative Services
Methodist Stone Oak
San Antonio , Texas
2015.07 - Current
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels.
Admitting Registrar
Northeast Methodist
San Antonio , Texas
2011.10 - 2015.07
- Verified patient details and insurance coverage and collected co-pays.
- Registered patients for labs, surgeries and radiology.
- Reviewed hospital schedule and confirmed arrival times.
- Handled admission processes and discharge procedures to transfer patients from hospital to home care, extended facility and self-care plans.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
San Antonio, Texas 2013.08 - 2015.05
Skills
Strong clinical judgment
undefinedTimeline
Pre-Op Charge Nurse
Methodist Stone Oak
2019.10 - Current
Registered Nurse, Peri-Operative Services
Methodist Stone Oak
2015.07 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
2013.08 - 2015.05
Admitting Registrar
Northeast Methodist
2011.10 - 2015.07