Daisy Castro

• Administered medications and treatments under physician direction, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
• Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff promptly.
• Educated patients and families on health management practices, promoting wellness and recovery.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery and outcomes.
• Trained new staff on protocols and best practices, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.

Adapted quickly to different healthcare environments, including hospitals, transitional care centers, skilled nursing facilities, and rehabilitation units.

Provided high-quality patient care, assisting with activities of daily living

(ADLs), mobility support, feeding, grooming, and toileting.

Monitored and documented vital signs, intake and output, and patient conditions; promptly reported significant changes to clinical teams.

Supported rehabilitation goals by assisting with ambulation, range- of-motion exercises, and use of assistive devices under therapist supervision.

Maintained strict adherence to infection control standards, HIPAA compliance, and facility protocols across varied clinical settings. Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and high patient satisfaction during travel assignments

Comprehensive Wound Assessment:

Performed thorough assessments of acute and chronic wounds, including staging pressure injuries, measuring wound dimensions, evaluating drainage, tissue type, peri-wound condition, and signs of infection.

• Wound Treatment & Dressing Changes: Provided evidence-based wound care such as cleansing, debridement assistance, packing, and applying appropriate dressings (foam, hydrocolloid, alginate, antimicrobial, wet-to-dry, negative-pressure wound therapy support).
• Infection Prevention: Monitored for changes in wound status, implemented infection-control precautions, and promptly reported abnormal findings to RNs or providers.
• Collaboration With Providers: Coordinated with wound care nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to follow treatment plans and update wound care orders as needed.
• Patient & Family Education: Educated patients and families on wound care techniques, skin integrity maintenance, off-loading, nutrition for healing, and signs of complications.
• Documentation: Accurately documented wound assessments, treatments, progress, and patient responses in the EMR using standardized terminology and facility protocols.

Provided dedicated one-on-one care to high-acuity patients requiring continuous observation, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and emotional support. Assisted with all ADLs including bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and repositioning while promoting dignity and patient independence. Closely monitored behavior, mood, and physical condition; immediately reported changes to the RN or charge nurse for prompt intervention. Maintained a calm and reassuring presence for patients experiencing confusion, anxiety, or agitation, including those with dementia or post-op delirium. Supported fall-risk and suicide-risk patients by maintaining constant observation and adhering to safety protocols. Documented care activities and observations accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) system. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to carry out individualized care plans and ensure holistic patient care.