Laura Castillo Ortiz

Medical-Surgical Unit

• Improved IV medication preparation by practicing peripheral IV insertion and priming IV tubing under registered nurse supervision.
• Promoted timely clinical monitoring through blood glucose checks and reporting of results to supervising nurse.
• Maintained hygiene, comfort, and drainage care through water enemas, colostomy pouch management, and urinary catheter support.
• Supported mobility and fall prevention by assisting patients with transfers and ambulation between bed and bathroom.
• Aided wound management for venous insufficiency ulcers and pressure injuries under a registered nurse supervision.
• Assisted with wound care for venous insufficiency ulcers and pressure injuries under registered nurse supervision.

• Monitored patients for changes in physical and mental status and promptly reported findings to nursing staff.
• Measured and recorded vital signs for review by the family nurse practitioner.
• Performed wound dressing changes and provided postoperative surgical drain care under the supervision of the family nurse practitioner.
• Administered intramuscular and subcutaneous injections under supervision, contributing to effective patient treatment protocols.
• Documented patient care and observations in medical records to ensure accurate and timely communication of patient status.
• Measured and recorded vital signs for the family nurse practitioner's review.s review. procedures.

Perioperative Units: Pre-op and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

• Assisted registered nurses with patient care before surgery and during recovery from anesthesia.
• Monitored and documented vital signs, promptly reporting significant changes to the supervising nurse.
• Followed infection prevention protocols and maintained sterile technique.
• Provided comfort measures and responded to patient needs during preparation and recovery.
• Addressed patient questions within the student nurse role and referred additional concerns to the supervising nurse.