Cade Torres
Oceanport
Summary
Compassionate and resilient nursing student set to graduate in April 2026, with hands-on experience as a Mental Health Technician in diverse settings, including children's crisis stabilization, adult involuntary psychiatric care, and voluntary substance and alcohol abuse treatment. Strong clinical judgment and emotional intelligence enhance the ability to remain calm in high-stress, unpredictable environments. Proficient in therapeutic support and patient care within mental health contexts, employing crisis intervention techniques to effectively address patient needs. Actively seeking a New Graduate RN position in the Operating Room or Intensive Care Unit, ready to contribute a supportive and empathetic approach to patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Technician
Inpatient Behavioral Health Services
Oceanport, NJ, USA
12.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in acute psychiatric settings including pediatric crisis units, adult involuntary admissions, and voluntary detox programs
- Monitored patient behavior, mental status, and safety; promptly reported changes to nursing staff
- Utilized therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques
- Assisted with admissions, safety checks, milieu management, and behavioral observations
- Supported patients experiencing withdrawal, suicidal ideation, psychosis, and emotional crises
- Documented care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in implementing individualized treatment plans for patients.
Food Server
Beach Tavern
Monmouth Beach, NJ
09.2023 - Current
- Trained new staff on menu items and service protocols to enhance team performance.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to address customer concerns promptly and effectively.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing several tables at once while maintaining high standards of service quality.
- Addressed customer complaints quickly and professionally to avoid negative reviews and loss of business.
- Elevated customer satisfaction through followup and enthusiastic customer service.
Food Server
The Butcher's Block
Long Branch, NJ
12.2020 - 05.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Assisted with food preparation and presentation, maintaining high standards of quality.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline order delivery processes and reduce wait times.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, adhering to health regulations.
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
- Efficiently balanced multiple tasks, prioritizing responsibilities for optimal performance during busy shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
North Brunswick, NJ04-2026
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Crisis Intervention
- Therapeutic Communication
- EMR Documentation
- Infection Control
- Critical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Patient safety management
- Care plan development
Personal Information
Title: NURSING STUDENT | MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN
Clinical Work Experience
Mental Health Technician, Inpatient Behavioral Health Services, Provided direct patient care in acute psychiatric settings including pediatric crisis units, adult involuntary admissions, and voluntary detox programs, Monitored patient behavior, mental status, and safety; promptly reported changes to nursing staff, Utilized therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques, Assisted with admissions, safety checks, milieu management, and behavioral observations, Supported patients experiencing withdrawal, suicidal ideation, psychosis, and emotional crises, Documented care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Accomplishments
- Supervised and monitored up to 8 high-risk patients per shift, maintaining safety during periods of emotional distress, withdrawal, or behavioral escalation.
- Documented and escalated changes in mental status and safety concerns, resulting in rapid nursing and provider interventions.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of nurses, physicians, and behavioral health staff to support patient safety initiatives and care
- Achieved consistent compliance with safety protocols through effective support of observation checks, de-escalation strategies, and patient engagement.
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
Inpatient Behavioral Health Services
12.2023 - Current
Food Server
Beach Tavern
09.2023 - Current
Food Server
The Butcher's Block
12.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing