Nicauri Castillo

Expected Licensed Practical Nurse who exudes compassion, dedication, and motivation. Eager to begin a nursing career in the medical field while providing safe, high-quality care. Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Student Nurse Clinical Rotations~ January 2025 - Present

• Med/Surgical, UPMC Lititz, Lancaster, PA ( 180 hours): Gained hands-on experience in a medical-surgical unit by providing patient care, administering medications, performing wound care, and monitoring vital signs. Strengthened clinical knowledge, critical thinking, and communication skills while promoting patient safety and comfort.
• Brethren Village, Lititz, PA (110 hours): Learned a lot about caring for geriatric patients by helping with daily activities, giving medications, assisting with mobility, and collecting data, while improving my observation, communication, and patient-centered care skills.
• Pediatric Specialty Care, Lancaster, PA (27 hours): Gained hands-on experience in a pediatric specialty care home by caring for children with physical and developmental disabilities. Provided daily care, emotional support, and assistance with treatments while maintaining a safe, nurturing environment that supported each child’s growth and well-being.
• Emergency Department, UPMC Memorial, York, PA ( 21 hours): Completed practical clinical rotations, performing focused patient assessments, assisting with procedures, inserting catheters, and administering IV fluids under RN supervision. Gained experience in triage, patient monitoring, and rapid response care while developing critical thinking, time management, and effective communication skills in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Mental Health, Philhaven, Mount Gretna, PA (18 hours): Gained meaningful experience in a mental health facility by building therapeutic relationships, supporting patients through daily challenges, and assisting with treatments and activities. Developed strong communication, empathy, and crisis management skills while helping create a safe and caring environment for healing.