Maria Castaldo

Registered Nurse

Montefiore Hospital

04.1994 - Current

Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.