Michelle Castellon
Palm Beach Gardens
Summary
Experienced Nurse leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Manager
Wellington Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Achieved regulatory compliance through effective EOC rounds and thorough chart audits.
- Enhanced staff retention by fostering communication and resolving workplace issues.
- Optimized staff coverage through comprehensive onboarding and cross-training initiatives.
- Reduced blood culture contamination and improved critical care response times through quality initiatives.
- Launched Press Ganey HRO initiative, providing vital training in CPI, HAZMAT, and decontamination.
- Coordinated county-wide MCI and disaster drills to ensure readiness and response effectiveness.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Enhanced surgical readiness by preparing 10+ patients daily, verifying consents.
- Monitored recovery of 10+ patients daily, addressing pain and complications effectively.
- Educated patients and families on post-surgical care and recovery protocols.
- Trained 30+ staff on RQI mannequin for BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification compliance.
ER Charge Nurse
Wellington Regional Medical Center
07.2018 - 06.2021
- Ensured optimal patient care by supervising emergency department staff effectively.
- Streamlined staff scheduling for 20+ nurses, enhancing workflow and support.
- Administered medications safely, adhering to policies in high-volume settings.
- Provided compassionate support to families during critical emergency situations.
- Trained new hires and graduates on Cerner and First Net systems.
Registered ER Nurse
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
02.2016 - 06.2018
- Improved patient care prioritization with assessments for 30+ patients daily.
- Enhanced treatment accuracy by coordinating with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.
- Administered medications per hospital protocols, ensuring safety and compliance standards.
- Promoted best practices by mentoring novice nurses and nursing students regularly.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and post-discharge care.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Acute Care
Stratford Univeristy
Woodbridge, VA12-2015
Associate of Science -
Northern Virginia Community College
Woodbridge, VA08-2012
Skills
- Patient Experience
- Staff development
- Quality improvement
- Clinical decision-making
- Training and mentoring
- Unit leadership
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)- American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)-American Heart Association
- Trauma Nursing Core Course ( TNCC)- Emergency Nurses Association
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) instructor
Timeline
Clinical Manager
Wellington Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health
06.2021 - 06.2022
ER Charge Nurse
Wellington Regional Medical Center
07.2018 - 06.2021
Registered ER Nurse
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
02.2016 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Acute Care
Stratford Univeristy
Associate of Science -
Northern Virginia Community College