Cheryl Torres
Odessa,TX
Summary
Experienced and dedicated nursing professional with a Master’s degree in Nursing Administration and over 25 years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse. A Gulf War veteran with a proven track record of leadership and strategic planning, gained from both military service and managing a successful business for the past 8 years. Skilled in healthcare management, operational efficiency, and patient care. Seeking to leverage extensive nursing background, advanced administrative training, and business acumen to re-enter the nursing field and contribute to a dynamic healthcare team. Known for strong leadership, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.
Accomplished Owner/Operator at 9Round Kickboxing, adept in operations management and fostering strong customer relationships, significantly enhancing business performance. Demonstrated leadership in personnel management at MCHS, ensuring high-quality surgical services through effective staff training and development. Skilled in financial planning and inventory control, with a proven track record of driving results and operational excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
9Round Kickboxing
05.2016 - 05.2024
- Multi Unit, Owner/Operator, varied employees and up to 450 members
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
- Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Surgical Services Quality & Education Coordinator
MCHS
04.2014 - 09.2016
- Promoting quality and evidence-based nursing practice in the clinical setting
- Provide leadership and support to the 60+ Surgical Services personnel in the assessment of their educational needs.
- Plans, implements and coordinates learning activities to meet the identified needs.
- Functions as mentor and change agent by facilitating the integration of evidence-based and relevant knowledge into policies, performance improvement, and orientation processes.
- Leads and assures quality measures in Surgical Services; research; planning; implementation, and evaluation.
- Collects, monitors, and reports data used to evaluate quality of care and performance of selected clinical indicators for all Surgical Services departments.
- Works closely with the Performance Improvement Department in hospital-wide initiatives & collaboratives, and actively participates in committees and teams as directed.
- Functions as associate director as assigned during the absence of the Director of Surgical Operations and/or Divisional Director of Surgical Services.
- Working with patients, families, and other health care professionals, the Surgical Services Quality & Education Coordinator actively seeks to address issues at the individual person, organizational, and community level.
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
MCHS
01.2010 - 04.2014
- Supervised 60+ Nurses, Surgical Techs, Anesthesia Techs, Patient Care Team and Managed Surgeons time slots for surgery
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
- Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
- Connected with patients and families from variety of cultural and economic backgrounds to establish and maintain open communication for improved patient outcomes.
- Assists the Unit Director with the responsibility and accountability for the management of the unit.
- Emphasis on independent decision making related to the nursing process.
- Demonstrates the ability to provide consistent direction for all nursing personnel in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating nursing activities.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX05.2006
Skills
- Operations Management
- Personnel Management
- Financial Planning
- Documentation And Reporting
- Staffing
- Hiring
- Staff Training and Development
- Payroll Processing
- Small business operations
- Inventory Control
- Staff Management
- Employee Training
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Owner/Operator
9Round Kickboxing
05.2016 - 05.2024
Surgical Services Quality & Education Coordinator
MCHS
04.2014 - 09.2016
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
MCHS
01.2010 - 04.2014
Master of Science - Nursing Administration
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- BLS
- ACLS
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