Janette Torres

Valencia,CA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Nurse with extensive Maternal-Child Health experience in Postpartum, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and Pediatrics. Passionate about providing holistic care and ensuring optimal maternal and fetal outcomes. Seeking to leverage over five years of nursing expertise, bilingual communication skills, and a commitment to evidence-based practices to enhance the care coordination and support provided to women Veterans during pregnancy and postpartum.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Pediatrics

Olive View-UCLA Medical Center

Sylmar, CA

02.2019 - Current

Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care to pediatric and maternal-child populations in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Coordinate care for diverse patients, ensuring seamless transitions between hospital units and community resources.
Provide lactation consultation and breastfeeding education to postpartum mothers, promoting optimal infant health outcomes.
Perform accurate and efficient administration of medications, including blood products, with strict adherence to safety protocols.
Monitor maternal and fetal health, recognizing and responding to early signs of complications.
Educate patients and families on perinatal care, including postpartum recovery, infant care, and available community resources.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including social workers and specialists, to address holistic care needs.
Serve as Charge Nurse, managing nursing assignments and staffing for efficient unit operations.
Precepted new nurses, providing guidance, support, and hands-on training to ensure adherence to best practices and hospital protocols.
Proficient in the use of Cerner EHR for documenting care and coordinating follow-ups.
Advocate for trauma-informed, culturally competent care for patients and families from diverse backgrounds.
Provide individualized care to postpartum mothers and their newborns, ensuring safe recovery and support.
Deliver high-level care to premature and critically ill infants, supporting families with education and emotional care.
Manage care for children from infancy to early adulthood, addressing complex health needs and advocating for family-centered care.

Veterans School Certifying Official - Education

College of the Canyons

Valencia, CA

06.2011 - 11.2017

Assisted veterans in navigating the enrollment process for educational programs and accessing VA educational benefits.
Provided resources and guidance to facilitate a smooth transition from military service to academic and civilian life.
Coordinated with veterans to address individual needs, ensuring seamless integration into the school environment.
Advocated for veterans by resolving benefit-related issues and connecting them with community and VA resources.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Healthcare Administration & Leadership

Azusa Pacific University

Azusa, CA

12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West Coast University

North Hollywood, CA

06-2018

Skills

CA Registered Nurse License: 95171628

CA Public Health Registered Nurse License: 566621

Languages: Bilingual (Spanish and English)

Certifications: BLS, NRP, PALS, PHN, Fire Safety

Nursing Experience: 5 Years

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