BRITTNEY TORTO BSN, RN, CCRN
Pinehurst,TX
Summary
Steadfast ICU Registered Nurse III with extensive critical care experience across a range of specialized intensive care units, serving diverse patient populations. Emotional intelligence is utilized to enhance patient care and excel in precepting new nurses and nursing students, while evidence-based clinical practices improve patient outcomes. In high-pressure situations, leadership is demonstrated by prioritizing quality care, patient safety, and effective team collaboration. Developed an education and mentorship initiative for high school students, designed to inspire and prepare them, regarding the nursing profession. This role complements these skills and experiences, fostering confidence that success will be achieved in a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU RN lll
Sanford Medical Center
Fargo, ND
06.2025 - Current
- Care for patients in the Neuro ICU, ensuring optimal recovery and comfort.
- Manage assignments of Medical and Surgical ICU patients efficiently.
- Precept nursing students and new graduate nurses to enhance clinical skills.
ICU RN III
HCA Houston Healthcare: North Cypress
Cypress, TX
12.2024 - 05.2025
- Deliver healthcare in a multidisciplinary ICU, responding to the needs of critical patients across medical, surgical, neurological, and cardiac specialties.
- Precept nursing students, providing education and feedback to bridge knowledge gaps.
ICU RN III (Travel RN Contract)
UofL Health: Jewish Hospital
Louisville, KY
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Managed complex patients in a Surgical-Transplant ICU, with frequent Medical ICU and CCU assignments.
- Guided new nurses during orientation as a preceptor.
ICU RN II (Travel RN Contract)
Northwest Medical Center
Tucson, AZ
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Entrusted with high-acuity patients in a Medical-Surgical ICU, with occasional assignments in the Cardiovascular ICU.
- Supported the ED during staffing shortages.
ICU RN II (Travel RN Contract)
Parkland Medical Center
Derry, NH
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided comprehensive care for a diverse patient population within a combined Medical-Surgical ICU.
ICU RN II (Travel RN Contract)
Carlsbad Medical Center
Carlsbad, NM
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Initiated travel nursing within a Medical-Surgical ICU, serving a community hospital with autonomous problem-solving.
- Served as an interim charge nurse, overseeing unit operations and staff coordination as needed.
ICU RN II
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
Houston, TX
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Launched nursing career in Neurology ICU, adapting across the Medical, Surgical, and Cardiovascular ICUs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Prairie View A&M University: College of Nursing
Houston, TX05.2022
Skills
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Arterial and Central Line Setup and Management
- Ventilator Management
- Rapid Sequence Intubation Support
- Critical Care Medication Initiation and Titration
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Proficiency
- Preceptorship
Affiliations
Co-Founder of Inaugural Peer Tutor Program
Prairie View A&M University: College of Nursing (2021)
- Co-piloted the first peer tutoring program at Prairie View A&M University: College of Nursing, directing workshops on academic skills, study techniques, and the nursing curriculum to enhance student comprehension and proficiency.
Co-Founder and Leader of Mentorship Mission
JB Synergy, LLC (2024)
- Non-profit organization that initiates outreach to inspire high school students in the Greater Houston Area to consider nursing careers through guidance and education.
Shadow Experience
UofL Hospital (Main), Apex Innovations, HCA Houston Healthcare: North Cypress
- Obtained 30+ hours of CRNA shadow experience, closely observing medication administration, perioperative assessments, and airway management, while acquiring an understanding of the profession’s daily responsibilities.
Memberships
Chosen for Personal, Academic, and Professional Interest
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN, 2024-Present)
- American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA, 2025-Present)
- Society for Airway Management (SAM, 2025-Present)
Certification
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN): 01/2025 - 12/2027
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC): 08/2023 - 08/2027
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): 03/2025 - 03/2027
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS): 09/2024 - 09/2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS): 07/2024 - 07/2026
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS): 12/2024 - 12/2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ICU RN lll
Sanford Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
ICU RN III
HCA Houston Healthcare: North Cypress
12.2024 - 05.2025
ICU RN III (Travel RN Contract)
UofL Health: Jewish Hospital
07.2024 - 10.2024
ICU RN II (Travel RN Contract)
Northwest Medical Center
04.2024 - 06.2024
ICU RN II (Travel RN Contract)
Parkland Medical Center
12.2023 - 03.2024
ICU RN II (Travel RN Contract)
Carlsbad Medical Center
08.2023 - 11.2023
ICU RN II
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
06.2022 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Prairie View A&M University: College of Nursing