Jazmerae Torrez
Rapid City,SD
Summary
Compassionate LPN student at Western Dakota Tech with hands-on experience in patient care. Background includes roles as a CNA and Universal Medication Aide, focusing on medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and patient documentation. Clinical exposure includes acute care, emergency, hospice, and memory care settings. Expected graduation in May 2026, committed to delivering safe, patient-centered care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Universal Medication Aide (UMA)
Saint Cloud
Rapid City, SD
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and maintained accurate narcotic counts, ensuring compliance with facility policy and patient safety
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, enhancing comfort and promoting independence in feeding, ambulation, turning, and positioning
- Tracked vital signs, weights, and intake/output to ensure accurate patient assessments.
- Documented patient care and reported changes in condition to nursing staff
- Responded to call lights promptly, delivering comfort care to residents and addressing their immediate needs
Child Development Associate (CDA) | Aide
Youth and Family Services
Rapid City, SD
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Supervised infants and toddlers, maintaining a safe environment for exploration and learning
- Organized daily routines and developmentally appropriate activities
- Observed and documented developmental progress, providing insights for tailored educational strategies
- Assisted with hygiene, diaper changes, and meals, promoting healthy routines and personal care
- Communicated with parents regarding children's care and needs
Education
Practical Nursing (LPN) Program -
Western Dakota Tech
Rapid City, SD05-2026
High School Equivalency Diploma -
Career Learning Center of The Black Hills
Rapid City, SDSkills
- CNA Certification
- Universal Medication Aide (UMA)
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Infection Control
- Patient documentation
- Wound Care Support
- Intake & Output Monitoring
- Daily living activities
- Fall prevention
- Patient Education
- CPR Certification
Key Skills And Certifications
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Patient Documentation & Charting
- Infection Control
- Wound Care Support
- Intake & Output Monitoring
- Patient Education
- Fall Prevention & Patient Safety
- CNA Certification
- Universal Medication Aide (UMA)
- CPR Certification
Clinical Rotations
- Acute Care
- Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg)
- Emergency Department (ER)
- Hospice
- Memory Care
- Wound Care
- Dermatology
- Correctional Health
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Universal Medication Aide (UMA)
Saint Cloud
01.2024 - Current
Child Development Associate (CDA) | Aide
Youth and Family Services
01.2022 - 01.2024
Practical Nursing (LPN) Program -
Western Dakota Tech
High School Equivalency Diploma -
Career Learning Center of The Black Hills