Arcelia Torres
License Vocational Nurse
Caruthers,CA
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
License Vocational Nurse
Adventist Health Reedley
10.2012 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Procedure set up Colposcopy ,NST, IUD insert and removal,Wet mounts,Endometrial biopsy, Nexplanon , Toenail Removal, Circumcisions.
- Phlebotomy
- Medication Administration
- Site and Chart review for audits
- DME
- Medication\Procedure Authorizations
License Vocational Nurse
Alternative Birthing Center
10.2011 - 10.2012
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Vaginal Delivery Procedure Set up with supervision of M.D. or midwife
- Birth Certificate forms
- Cord blood sample collection
- Post Partum Care
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Medical Assistant
Valley Family Health Center
10.1995 - 10.2011
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Minor procedure set up
- Cryo ,Leeps,Colposcopy,Circumcisions,Vastectomy, NST, Fetal Sonogram Documentation assit.
Education
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Hanford Adult School
Hanford, CA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Caruthers
Caruthers, CA 05.2001 -
Medical Assistant -
Galen College of Medical And Dental Assistants
Fresno, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Treatment Plan Implementation
Timeline
License Vocational Nurse
Adventist Health Reedley
10.2012 - Current
License Vocational Nurse
Alternative Birthing Center
10.2011 - 10.2012
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Hanford Adult School
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Caruthers
05.2001 -
Medical Assistant -
Galen College of Medical And Dental Assistants
05.2001 -
Medical Assistant
Valley Family Health Center
10.1995 - 10.2011