Kam Torres
San Mateo,CA
Summary
Patient-oriented RN with 18 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff collaboration and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with neonates and the Mother Infant dyad while supporting Family centered care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Lactation Consultant (Float)
Kaiser Permanente
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborates with healthcare team to ensure seamless delivery of lactation services across various hospital departments.
- Enhances patient satisfaction by creating a welcoming and supportive environment for breastfeeding consultations, up to 8 consults per day.
- Reduced instances of formula supplementation by advocating for early initiation of breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact post delivery.
- Received recognition for excellence in patient care, demonstrating a commitment to supporting families throughout their breastfeeding journeys.
- Serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing ongoing education on lactation topics, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
Registered Nurse - Special Care Nursery
Kaiser Permanente
01.2011 - Current
- Conducts thorough neonatal and maternal assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilizes critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Manages goal-directed plan of care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborates with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Establishes effective working relationships with members of health care team, patients and families.
- Promotes a culture of safety within healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Develops strong rapport with families, creating a supportive environment that promoted healing and growth.
- Provides skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill neonates.
- Assists with successful resuscitation efforts for critically ill newborns, prioritizing immediate needs and stabilizing vital signs.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between levels of care by effectively communicating with multidisciplinary teams throughout patient's hospital stay.
- Advocates for unique needs of individual patients and their families, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support throughout their medical journey.
- Educated families about safe sleep practices, breastfeeding techniques, and infant development milestones during discharge planning sessions.
Registered Nurse - Relief Mother Baby
Kaiser Permanente
07.2010 - 01.2011
- Conducted thorough assessments on mothers, infant dyad to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Support and assist with breastfeeding initiation and provide guidance on proper latch, positioning, and milk supply.
- Offer emotional support and counseling to new mothers experiencing postpartum mood disorders, referring them to appropriate resources and support groups as needed.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse - Pediatrics
Kaiser Permanente
10.2006 - 07.2010
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, fostering trust and establishing a positive rapport within healthcare team.
- Provided training to parents and caregivers on proper medication administration, leading to better adherence and improved treatment outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of pediatric patients upon admission, identifying potential risks and making necessary interventions for a safer recovery process.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication with colleagues, ensuring continuity of care for all patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State East Bay
Hayward, CA12.2015
Skills
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Latch Assessment
- Breastfeeding Challenges
- Lactation Education
- Emotional Support
- Problem-Solving
- Honest and Dependable
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Health Education
- Premature care
- Nursing Documentation
- Emergency Interventions
- Discharge Planning
Accomplishments
- Active member in MCH Unit based Council(s) since 2015. Promoting care practices that demonstrate a commitment to superior quality, service and safety through shared governance with the Leadership Team.
- Workplace Safety Champion, supporting SCN with weekly safety messages and continued support to reduce workplace injuries.
- Staff Nurse III, serving as an exemplary caregiver to patients, a model of proficiency for co-workers, and a colleague to physicians.
Certification
- IBCLC - International Board Certified Lactation Consultant L-310946
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Certified Lactation Consultant (Float)
Kaiser Permanente
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - Special Care Nursery
Kaiser Permanente
01.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse - Relief Mother Baby
Kaiser Permanente
07.2010 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse - Pediatrics
Kaiser Permanente
10.2006 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State East Bay
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