Monserrat Castro
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Seeking a Registered Nurse Position, that will give me an opportunity to expand my practical experience and enable me to provide the highest level of comfort and care to patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sierra Valley Rehab Center
Porterville, California
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Lvn
Riverwalk Post-Acute
Porterville
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Actively participated in continuing education activities in order to stay abreast of latest developments in nursing practices, procedures, techniques .
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant
Valley View Care Center
Delano, CA
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Westgate Gardens Care Center
Visalia, CA
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Education
RN -
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12-2024
High School Diploma -
Cesar E. Chavez High School
Delano, CA06-2014
Skills
- Catheter care
- Infection control
- Wound care
- Charting and documentation
- IV therapy
- Tracheostomy care
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Diabetes management
- Nursing staff leadership
Certifications
- RN, 01/14/25-09/30/26
- LVN, 05/01/23, 09/01/26
- BLS Certification, 05/01/23, 05/01/25
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sierra Valley Rehab Center
01.2025 - Current
Lvn
Riverwalk Post-Acute
03.2023 - 10.2023
CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant
Valley View Care Center
09.2020 - 08.2021
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Westgate Gardens Care Center
01.2019 - 08.2020
RN -
Bakersfield College
High School Diploma -
Cesar E. Chavez High School
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