Alteen Castro
Palo Alto
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in assessing patient needs, administering medications, and educating families while upholding safety standards. Bilingual in Tagalog and English, fostering a supportive and inclusive healthcare environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
VA PALO ALTO
Palo Alto
04.2022 - Current
- The LPN performs, reports, and records assigned nursing care, including, but not limited to: Oxygen therapy, Clinical reminders with appropriate consults and alerts as indicated, Check expiration dates of meds and supplies. Delegated procedures and treatments
- Assessed and reassessed patients, documenting relevant information in medical records and reporting significant changes in condition to Registered Nurse and/or provider.
- Adheres to principles of infection control, safety, and universal precautions.
- Protects patient and family rights.
- Facilitated patient-driven care while ensuring safety and adherence to efficiency guidelines.
- Uses initiative in completing nursing assignments.
- Responded directly to messages within scope and level of knowledge, differentiating complex problems that required assistance from the Registered Nurse or provider.
- Coordinated with PACT team to enhance delivery of patient care.
- Completes clinical competency reviews and mandatory reviews as scheduled.
LVN Charge Nurse
The Terraces of Los Altos
Los Altos
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided comprehensive bedside care while ensuring accurate management of medication routines.
- Collaborated with physicians and family members to develop and refine individualized patient care plans.
- Supported patients in skilled nursing environment.
- Facilitated safe transport for elderly patients between facility and home through effective ambulatory care.
LVN Vaccinator
Cisco San Jose
San Jose
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided preventive health service including administration of COVID-19 vaccinations for people ages 13 and above.
- Obtained informed consent and facilitated setup of individual vaccination sites, enhancing patient readiness.
- Knowledge of emergency action to be taken, including epinephrine administration during an anaphylaxis reaction.
- Outstanding knowledge of protocols for adverse reaction, reporting of incidents and injuries.
- Executed administrative tasks to support compliance with immunization program policies, ensuring smooth operations.
- Utilized organizational skills to streamline vaccination processes, improving overall workflow efficiency.
- Ensured bio-hazardous waste is disposed properly.
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
VI at Palo Alto
Palo Alto
12.2018 - 12.2021
- Administer medications to residents (California Communities only)
- Provide direct care according to program and LPN/LVN scope of practice.
- Protected and advocated for the rights of residents.
- Executed treatment plans as outlined by physicians and consultants.
- Provided care and promptly reported condition changes to PCP and family to ensure continuity of care.
- Document and maintain patient medical history and treatment data.
- Executed health and wellness tasks, contributing to community well-being.
- Supported residents in independent living by assisting with daily activities to promote autonomy and quality of life.
- Manages emergency situations based on the company’s safety and disaster policies.
- COVID -19 Testing PCR and via Rapid Test and Throat Swab
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Salt lake, UtahAssociates of Science -
Foothill/De Anza College
Los Altos, CAAssociates of Science - Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy
Fresno, CaGraduated - Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy
San Mateo, CaSkills
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Outpatient care
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Medication administration
- Compassionate care
- HIPAA compliance
- Registered nurse
- Family communication
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Urinary catheter care
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nursing, Gurnick Academy
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider, American Red Cross, 03/01/27
- IV Therapy and Blood withdrawal, Gurnick Academy
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
VA PALO ALTO
04.2022 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse
The Terraces of Los Altos
03.2021 - 03.2022
LVN Vaccinator
Cisco San Jose
03.2021 - 03.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
VI at Palo Alto
12.2018 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Associates of Science -
Foothill/De Anza College
Associates of Science - Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy
Graduated - Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy