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Xavier Baez-Castro

Tampa

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with 12 years of experience in clinical settings, seeking to leverage my leadership, patient care, and team management skills as a Clinical Nurse Manager. Committed to improving patient outcomes, enhancing staff performance, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Aiming to contribute to a collaborative and efficient healthcare environment that prioritizes both patient safety and staff development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Nurse Leader

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
09.2023 - Current
  • Assist in Staff Supervision: Support the Nurse Manager in overseeing nursing staff, ensuring proper staffing levels, and facilitating staff performance.
  • Coordinate Patient Care: Help ensure that patient care is provided according to protocols and that patients receive timely and appropriate treatments.
  • Assist in Staff Training: Assist with the training and orientation of new nursing staff and provide ongoing education for existing staff.
  • Ensure Compliance: Assist in ensuring the nursing department adheres to all relevant healthcare regulations, policies, and safety standards.
  • Manage Schedules: Help in creating and adjusting staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and address staffing needs.
  • Assist in Performance Evaluations: Support in evaluating the performance of nursing staff, providing feedback, and implementing improvement plans.
  • Handle Patient Concerns: Address and resolve patient or family concerns under the guidance of the Nurse Manager.
  • Promote Teamwork: Foster a collaborative environment among nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Maintain Documentation: Assist with maintaining accurate records of patient care, staff schedules, and performance evaluations.
  • Support Operational Efficiency: Help with managing department resources, ensuring proper equipment and supplies are available and utilized efficiently.
  • Assist with Quality Improvement Initiatives: Participate in quality assurance programs to improve patient care and department operations.
  • Assist in Budget Management: Aid in monitoring the budget and controlling costs related to nursing services and resources.

Staff Nurse, Neurology Department

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
10.2019 - 09.2023
  • Patient Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients' neurological and overall health, collaborating with the healthcare team to develop personalized care plans that address individual needs.
  • Patient and Family Education: Provide education to patients and their families regarding treatment protocols, symptom management, and coping strategies, ensuring they are well-informed and actively involved in the care process.
  • Symptom Management: Assess and manage neurological symptoms such as pain, seizures, or cognitive changes, implementing interventions to alleviate discomfort and enhance quality of life.
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with surgeons, oncologists, radiation oncologists, mid-levels, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care, participate in case discussions, and contribute to treatment planning.
  • Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records (EHR), ensuring all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions are documented in compliance with institutional policies and regulatory standards.
  • Patient Advocacy: Serve as a liaison between patients and the healthcare team, advocating for patients' needs, addressing concerns, and ensuring that care aligns with their preferences and goals.
  • Participation in Quality Improvement Initiatives: Engage in continuous quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction within the neuro-oncology outpatient setting.

Registered Nurse, Neurosurgery

St Luke's Episcopal Medical Center
10.2015 - 10.2019
  • Patient Assessment: Conduct initial and ongoing evaluations of patients' neurological and overall health, documenting findings accurately.
  • Assisting in Procedures: Support Dr. Reynaldo De Jesus Rodriguez during neurosurgical procedures by preparing the operating room, ensuring sterile techniques, and providing direct assistance as needed.
  • Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about neurosurgical procedures, postoperative care, and rehabilitation plans to promote understanding and recovery.
  • Medication Administration: Administer prescribed medications, monitor for adverse reactions, and maintain accurate medication records.
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with Dr. Reynaldo De Jesus Rodriguez and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive and accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.
  • Patient Advocacy: Serve as a liaison between patients and the healthcare team, addressing concerns and ensuring that care aligns with patients' needs and preferences.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Inter American University of Puerto Rico
Guayama, PR
05-2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Inter American University of Puerto Rico
San German, PR
05-2015

Skills

  • Clinical leadership
  • Recruiting and training
  • Nursing oversight
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Basic life support
  • Clinical assessment
  • Clinical decision making
  • Care coordination
  • Patient education
  • Electronic charting

Certification

  • Registered Nurse - Florida Department of Health
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Leader

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
09.2023 - Current

Staff Nurse, Neurology Department

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
10.2019 - 09.2023

Registered Nurse, Neurosurgery

St Luke's Episcopal Medical Center
10.2015 - 10.2019
  • Registered Nurse - Florida Department of Health
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - American Heart Association or Red Cross.

Master of Science - Nursing

Inter American University of Puerto Rico

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Inter American University of Puerto Rico
Xavier Baez-Castro