Kelly Velasquez Torres
Concord ,CA
Summary
Dedicated BSN graduate with extensive experience as an LVN, Nursing Assistant, and RN leading flu clinics. Skilled in patient care, team leadership, and efficient clinical operations. Bilingual in English and Spanish, ensuring effective communication with diverse populations. Seeking a dynamic nursing role to apply expertise and compassionate care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
Sutter Health PAMF
Palo Alto, CA
09.2024 - Current
- Served as acting charge nurse, overseeing clinic operations, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Coordinated vaccination clinics, managing inventory, preparing supplies, and ensuring accurate documentation.
- Administered medications and monitored patients for adverse reactions, providing prompt intervention when needed.
- Trained and mentored staff on vaccination techniques, clinic protocols, and best practices.
- Addressed patient concerns with clear guidance and maintained a safe, patient-focused environment.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
Oakland, CA
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Administer vaccines, travel injections, and medications while ensuring patient safety.
- Provide patient education and clarify physician orders.
- Monitor patients for reactions during and after procedures.
- Manage inventory and maintain infection control protocols.
- Accurately document assessments and procedures per established guidelines.
- Educate patients on medical procedures, home equipment use, and follow-up care.
Licensed Vocation Nurse (LVN)
Antioch Health Center-Contra Costa Health Services
Antioch, CA
05.2016 - 08.2023
- Conduct patient rooming, intake, and discharge processes.
- Administer immunizations, record vital signs, dispense medications, and collect specimens.
- Assist with procedures, document in EMR, and notify physicians of updates.
- Handle medication refills and in-basket messages.
- Perform additional duties as needed, including acting as a floor or treatment nurse.
Wellness Nurse
Aegis
Moraga, CA
01.2018 - 06.2019
• Administer medications, perform patient assessments, and manage care procedures.
• Conduct blood sugar checks, first aid, and dressing changes.
• Educate patients on medical procedures and clarify physician orders.
• Follow infection control protocols and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
• Document patient information and assessments per established guidelines.
• Triage patients and assess falls as needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant- Float Pool
Marin General Hospital
Greenbrae, CA
11.2012 - 05.2016
- Record vital signs, intake/output, and patient data; assist with hygiene, ADLs, and safety.
- Support patient positioning, ambulation, transfers, and respiratory therapy treatments.
- Perform EKGs, specimen collection, and traction setup/maintenance.
- Prepare patients for OR, diagnostics, and transport; assist with equipment and procedures.
- Provide 1:1 observation, assist with meals, and respond to emergencies as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Salt Lake City, UT01.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Westmed College
San Jose, CA2015
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Silicon Valley School of Nursing
San Jose, CA2009
Skills
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- PALS Certification
- NIHSS Certification
- Basic EKG Proficiency
- Bilingual Communication: English and Spanish
- Proficient in Task Management
- Epic
- Cair
- Proficient in Windows Operating Systems
Honorsandawards
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society for Nursing, member, 2023 - Present
- BSN, RN, Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Certification
BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, CPI
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
Sutter Health PAMF
09.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
08.2023 - 08.2024
Wellness Nurse
Aegis
01.2018 - 06.2019
Licensed Vocation Nurse (LVN)
Antioch Health Center-Contra Costa Health Services
05.2016 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant- Float Pool
Marin General Hospital
11.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Westmed College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Silicon Valley School of Nursing