Michaela Castellano
Papillion
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented RN with a focus on patient education and effective communication. Known for fostering trust and collaboration within interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic RN for Metabolic Disorders
Children's Nebraska
06.2017 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments and vital sign monitoring to ensure quality care.
- Helped coordinate care between different specialties according to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients on health management and testing instructions for improved management of condition.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for seamless communication.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients through empathy, cultural sensitivity, and open communication channels that foster trust.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive care to diverse populations in a clinic setting.
- Implemented effective time management strategies resulting in improved productivity levels without compromising quality or safety measures during daily operations.
- Increased patient satisfaction with care received by actively listening to concerns, providing clear explanations, and addressing questions promptly.
Charge Nurse
Creighton University Medical Center
07.2006 - 06.2017
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to clinical protocols and quality standards.
- Coordinated patient care activities, optimizing workflow and improving departmental efficiency.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and safety measures.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Assessment and care of patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Methodist College of Nursing
Omaha05-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NE05-2005
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Compassionate communication
- Patient charting
- Care planning
- Telephone triage
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and caring
Certification
Certified Pediatric Nurse
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Clinic RN for Metabolic Disorders
Children's Nebraska
06.2017 - Current
Charge Nurse
Creighton University Medical Center
07.2006 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Methodist College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Metropolitan Community College