Cristal Torres
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Motivated nursing student graduating in December 2026 seeking a Transition to Practice (TTP) position to develop strong clinical skills, provide safe, patient-centered care, and contribute to a collaborative healthcare team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hairstylist / Assistant
Toni & Guy
Arlington, TX
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Cultivated client relationships through effective communication and trust-building
- Coordinated multiple appointments, ensuring organization and timely service
- Maintained a clean, safe, and professional work environment
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and service delivery during peak times
Cashier
Taco Bell
Arlington, TX
01.2016
- Delivered customer service in high-volume environment, enhancing customer experience
- Maintained accurate cash handling, contributing to customer satisfaction
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and support operations
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ12-2026
Skills
- Comprehensive patient assessments
- Medication administration
- IV therapy
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- Parenteral nutrition
- Sterile technique
- Infection control practices
- Patient and family education
- Electronic documentation
- EMR proficiency
Clinical Experience
Medical-Surgical & Acute Care Rotations
Banner Health, Abrazo West Campus, Haven Health | Phoenix, AZ
- Provided direct patient care for multiple patients under RN supervision in acute care settings
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe and focused assessments (neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, GI/GU)
- Administered medications safely, including oral and IV medications, following the 6 rights
- Communicated patient updates using SBAR with interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic medical records
- Evaluated patient response to interventions and reported changes promptly
- Performed advanced nursing skills including IV medication administration, blood product administration, central line care, and nasogastric tube management
Certification
BLS (Basic Life Support), Active
Additional Information
Women’s Health (OB/NICU), High-Acuity Care (ER, Trauma, ICU), Committed to compassionate, patient-centered care
Timeline
Hairstylist / Assistant
Toni & Guy
06.2018 - 06.2020
Cashier
Taco Bell
01.2016
Associate Degree - Nursing
Gateway Community College