KRISTEN CASTELLANO
Florham Park
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Pediatric School Nurse and Registered Nurse with over 6 years of experience in providing exceptional care to children in educational settings. Adept at managing a wide range of health issues, from routine medical needs to emergency situations, ensuring the well-being of students and supporting their academic success. Highly skilled in developing and implementing individualized healthcare plans, collaborating with parents, teachers, and healthcare providers, and promoting health education and preventative care. Known for a proactive approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to create a safe, supportive environment that fosters student health and development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified School Nurse
Deerfield School
10.2022 - Current
- Provide first-aid and emergency medical care to students and faculty
- Administer all medications to students requiring daily or PRN medications
- Maintain health records, immunization records, and physicals to uphold state protocol
- Perform yearly screenings which include; height, weight, vision, hearing, blood pressure and scoliosis
- Teach other faculty members how to administer epi-pens and organize groups for our (MERT) Medical Emergency Response Team
- Collaborate with teachers and case managers to create 504 plans and Individual Health Plans
- Followed all state and school regulations for Covid-19 and contact tracing.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting hearing and vision and height and weight evaluations.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting [Type] and [Type] evaluations.
Certified School Nurse
Briarwood School
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Provide first-aid and emergency medical care to students and faculty
- Administer all medications to students requiring daily or PRN medications
- Maintain health records, immunization records, and physicals to uphold state protocol
- Perform yearly screenings which include; height, weight, vision, hearing, blood pressure and scoliosis
- Teach other faculty members how to administer epi-pens and organize groups for our (MERT) Medical Emergency Response Team
- Collaborate with teachers and case managers to create 504 plans and Individual Health Plans
- Followed all state and school regulations for Covid-19 and contact tracing.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting hearing and vision and height and weight evaluations.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting [Type] and [Type] evaluations.
Registered Nurse
Florham Park Pediatrics
10.2024 - Current
- Assist two doctors and two nurse practitioners in carrying out tasks such as vital signs, developmental assessments, medication administration, phlebotomy and minor surgical procedures
- Carry out microbiology lab tests and identify irregularities for urinalysis, lead testing, lipid testing, complete blood count, sedimentation rate, RSV testing and flu testing
- Conduct triage by answering the questions and concerns of parents and patients, as well as assessing the level of emergency and determining the proper care
- Responsible for proper documentation of medication administration, diagnosis, assessment, and medical history.
Child Neurology Registered Nurse
Goryeb Children's Hospital
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted four neurologists by completing tasks for patients and families with neurological issues.
Registered Nurse
Flatiron Pediatrics
10.2024 - 07.2024
- Assist two doctors in carrying out tasks such as vital signs, developmental assessments, medication administration, phlebotomy and minor surgical procedures
- Carry out microbiology lab tests and identify irregularities for urinalysis, lead testing, lipid testing, complete blood count, sedimentation rate, RSV testing and flu testing
- Conduct triage by answering the questions and concerns of parents and patients, as well as assessing the level of emergency and determining the proper care
- Responsible for proper documentation of medication administration, diagnosis, assessment, and medical history.
Private Practice Registered Nurse
Global Pediatrics
07.2024 - 01.2024
- Acted as the main RN for five physicians in a prestigious New York City pediatric office.
Education
Certification, Instructional School Nurse for the state of New Jersey -
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ01.2015
Bachelor of Science, Nursing - undefined
University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ
Newark, NJ12.2010
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Major/Psychology Minor - undefined
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2005
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse by the states of New Jersey and New York
- Certified School Nurse for the State of New Jersey
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Florham Park Pediatrics
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Flatiron Pediatrics
10.2024 - 07.2024
Private Practice Registered Nurse
Global Pediatrics
07.2024 - 01.2024
Child Neurology Registered Nurse
Goryeb Children's Hospital
01.2024 - 08.2024
Certified School Nurse
Deerfield School
10.2022 - Current
Certified School Nurse
Briarwood School
09.2019 - 09.2022
Certification, Instructional School Nurse for the state of New Jersey -
Rowan University
Bachelor of Science, Nursing - undefined
University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Major/Psychology Minor - undefined
Rutgers University
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