Natasha Castellanos, RN, DNP
Midlothian
Summary
Recently graduated registered nurse with a strong foundation in patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication skills. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Demonstrates a strong understanding of healthcare protocols and delivers compassionate care.
Overview
2022
2022
years of professional experience
Work History
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Student
Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU
Richmond, VA
2022 - 2025
- Received my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree
- Successfully completed all course requirements
- Completed clinical rotations at VCU Health
- Conducted thorough patient assessments and developed personalized treatment plans
- Documented patient histories and treatment progress in electronic health records
- Assisted in diagnostic procedures, ensuring compliance with safety standards
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care strategies
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator
VCU, Massey Cancer Center
Richmond, VA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided research-based care during ambulatory care clinic visits, medication infusions, and inpatient studies based on approved protocols
- Integrated technical skills and knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family
- Assisted the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort
- Delivered and accurately documented care to patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary care plan
- Safely administered prescribed medications, identifying interactions
- Collaborated with the VCU Wright Center for clinical and Transformational Research according to the standards of Good Clinical Practice (CITI)
ED/Med Surge Trauma RN
HCA, HDH Forest, Chippenham Hospital
Richmond, VA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Team member in a trauma level 1 and 2 EDs
- Triaged and assessed patients
- Provided care to trauma, medical and behavioral health patients
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Collected and reviewed data to communicate patient needs to doctors
- Implemented discharge planning and provided education about diagnosis to encourage further recovery
- Remained professional in sensitive environments for the patient and family
- Strong ability to work with patients/staff of different cultures and backgrounds
Owner/Operator
Natasha’s Retreat, Comfort Acres Farm
VA
2000 - 01.2020
- Ran small family farm dedicated to organic sustainable agriculture
- Cultivated organic crops using sustainable farming practices to enhance soil health and biodiversity
- Provided meals and meal plans to clients and families that have nutritional challenges/lifestyle changes (gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian/vegan, etc.)
- Offered dairy and produce to the local market
Chinese Linguist and Aircraft Navigation Systems Technician
United States Air Force
Texas, California, Virginia
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Honourably Discharged
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Nursing Leadership and Organizational Science
Viginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-2025
Completed IFM Certification Program - Functional Medicine
Institute For Functional Medicine Functional (IFM) Medicine
Federal Way, WA01-2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
South University
Richmond, VA01-2020
Chinese Mandarin Linguist -
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC)
Monterey, CA01-1998
Skills
- Administering medication
- Care plan development
- Chronic disease management
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Direct patient care
- Emergency care
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Patient counseling
- Patient education
- Patient safety
- Preventive care
- Wound care
Timeline
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator
VCU, Massey Cancer Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
ED/Med Surge Trauma RN
HCA, HDH Forest, Chippenham Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
Chinese Linguist and Aircraft Navigation Systems Technician
United States Air Force
01.1995 - 01.1999
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Student
Virginia Commonwealth University, VCU
2022 - 2025
Owner/Operator
Natasha’s Retreat, Comfort Acres Farm
2000 - 01.2020
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Nursing Leadership and Organizational Science
Viginia Commonwealth University
Completed IFM Certification Program - Functional Medicine
Institute For Functional Medicine Functional (IFM) Medicine
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
South University
Chinese Mandarin Linguist -
Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC)