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Work History
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Certification
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Natalie Castro

Schertz

Summary

Dedicated Patient Care Technician with a strong focus on patient support, vital signs monitoring, and effective communication. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through collaboration and meticulous documentation.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Northeast Baptist Hospital
San Antonio
07.2016 - Current
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient hygiene and daily living activities.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare teams.
  • Prepared and maintained patient rooms for comfort and safety.
  • Supported patients during transport to various hospital departments.
  • Documented patient care activities in electronic health records system.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
  • Educated patients on health management and wellness practices.
  • Maintained inventory of medical supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Palo Alto College
San Antonio, TX
06-2026

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Electronic health records
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient education
  • Safety protocols

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Limited

Certification

  • CNA Certification # NA0008469320 issued 04/12/2007 expires 06/07/2027
  • CPI Certification Non-Violent Crisis Intervention 3rd ed. issued 12/04/2025 expires 12/31/2027
  • Heart Code Complete BLS Certification issued by the AMA on 08/02/2025 expires 08/31/2027

Accomplishments

  • Excellence in Ancillary Nursing Practice PCA/PCT Award 05/01/2026
  • Baptist Health System Nursing Certificate of Excellence Award 11/10/2025

Affiliations

  • Clinical Ladder for Patient Care Assistants and Technicians (CLPCA) -Annually

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Northeast Baptist Hospital
07.2016 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Palo Alto College
Natalie Castro