Britney Torres

• Supported immigrant and low-income families by connecting them to food, clothing, housing, and healthcare resources.
• Organized and managed weekly community repartitions (food distributions) serving over 100 families.
• Assisted newcomers in navigating social services and local programs to address personal and legal needs.
• Led community outreach and advocacy campaigns for immigrant rights and affordable housing.
• Traveled to Washington, D.C. to speak with U.S. senators and the Biden Administration on pathways to citizenship, representing the organization’s mission for social justice.
• Strengthened leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills through collaboration with diverse communities.
  Contact: movementforjusticeinelbarrio@yahoo.com

• Assisted nurses and medical staff by preparing patient rooms, restocking medical supplies, and maintaining a clean and organized environment.
• Supported patient comfort by responding to non clinical needs such as offering blankets, water, and transportation via wheelchair.
• Shadowed healthcare professionals to gain exposure to hospital operations, patient care procedures, and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Enhanced communication skills through regular interaction with patients and families, maintaining professionalism and compassion in a fast-paced hospital setting.
• Learned about hospital workflow and patient confidentiality under HIPAA guidelines.

Contacts: Amayelin.Meregildo@mountsinai.org | MSSLVolunteers@mountsinai.org

• Supported nurses and medical staff in the Medicine Unit by ensuring patient rooms were well-prepared, sanitized, and stocked with essential medical supplies.
• Assisted with patient comfort needs such as providing blankets, water, or transport within the unit, promoting a positive and compassionate patient experience.
• Communicated effectively with patients, nurses, and physicians to relay non-clinical requests and maintain a smooth workflow across the unit.
• Observed nurses performing clinical duties such as vital checks, IV setup, and medication rounds, gaining valuable insight into patient care procedures.
• Developed a deeper understanding of teamwork, adaptability, and professionalism in a hospital setting through direct interaction with patients and healthcare professionals.

Contacts: Jessica.Martinez2@nyulangone.org | Volunteernyu@nyulangone.org