Alexandra Torres
Dahlonega,GA
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Attendant
Self-employed
Dahlonega, GA
08.2021 - Current
- Provided safe mobility support to help patient move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted client with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting.
- Answered call light and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Childcare Employee
Gold's Gym
Dacula, GA
05.2017 - 08.2021
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Receptionist
Reagan Medical Center
Lawrenceville, GA
11.2016 - 08.2021
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Maintained patient databases and updated information in alignment with HIPAA protocols.
- Pulled charts and prepared for nurse and doctor assessment.
- Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
Caregiver
Dahlonega Assisted Living And Memory Care
Dahlonega, GA
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Monitored client vital signs and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Receptionist
Dahlonega Assisted Living And Memory Care
Dahlonega, GA
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Kept records in a database to maintain customer data.
- Managed multi-line phone system directing individuals to desired personnel and providing general information about operations.
- Received and routed business correspondence to correct departments and staff members.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega, GA05.2022
Skills
- Convalescence Support
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Ability to Lift Clients
- Care Planning
- Bedside Care
- Time Management
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
Certification
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers- 08/2020 to Present
- CHOA Medication Calculation Assessment via Symplr Credentialing- 07/2021 to Present
- Certificate to Prepare, Store, and Administer Vaccines via Health Department- 02/2021 to Present
- Certified Children's Vision Screener via Prevent Blindness- 10/2021 to Present
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification- In Progress
Student Clinical Experience
Medical Services Practicum at Northside, Gwinnett, In Progress, 144 hours
Population Health Clinicals In Progress, 45 hours
Mental Health Rotation at Northeast Ga Medical Center, Laurelwood, Fall 2021, 45 hours
- Completed online clinical scenarios encompassing multiple mental health disorders.
- Observed milieu therapy in the rehabilitation unit.
- Communicated with patients in positive ways to engage with them.
Obstetrics Rotation at Northeast Ga Medical Center, Gainesville, Fall 2021, 84 hours
- Observed placement of an epidural.
- Performed postpartum and newborn assessments.
- Collaborated with the nurse to administer medications, give baths, change diapers, and complete feedings.
- Demonstrated accurate interpretation of electronic fetal monitoring strip.
- Assisted patients during labor by providing comfort measures.
Introduction to Neonatal Nursing Rotation, Summer 2021, 3 hours
- Demonstrated successful newborn resuscitation skills in simulation setting
Pediatric Rotation at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Scottish Rite, Fall 2020, 90 hours
- Provided patient centered care to meet daily goals.
- Performed safe medication administration using a syringe pump.
- Provided patient and family education regarding medications and discharge care.
- Conducted patient baths, food tray distribution, and linen changes as needed.
Medical-Surgical Rotation at Northeast Ga Medical Center, Gainesville, Spring 2021, 159 hours
- Provided patient and family education regarding new medications, procedures, and discharge care.
- Performed medication administration using the six rights and three checks protocol under supervision.
- Monitored vital signs and notified nurse if abnormal.
Other
- Administered Covid-19 Vaccinations at the Lumpkin County Health Department
Timeline
Personal Care Attendant
Self-employed
08.2021 - Current
Caregiver
Dahlonega Assisted Living And Memory Care
09.2018 - 07.2020
Receptionist
Dahlonega Assisted Living And Memory Care
08.2018 - 07.2020
Childcare Employee
Gold's Gym
05.2017 - 08.2021
Receptionist
Reagan Medical Center
11.2016 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Georgia