Larah Ortiguero
Torrance,CA
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Beachside Post Acute, enhancing staff development through innovative training methods and efficient onboarding programs. Compassionate Charge Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, staff supervision, and emergency response. Excel at communication, leadership, and problem-solving to ensure optimal patient outcomes and team performance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Staff Development
Beachside Post Acute
Torrance, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained records of all past trainings conducted along with evaluation results from participants.
- Evaluated employee skill levels and implemented new techniques to boost staff knowledge.
- Presented training information via role playing, simulations and team exercises.
Charge Nurse
Beachside Post Acute
Torrance, CA
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans for individual patients based on their needs.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Administered oral, inhalation and topical medications, and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Charge Nurse SNF/SUB-ACUTE
Vermont Healthcare Center Inc
Torrance, CA
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and policies within the facility.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, family members, hospital personnel, and other health professionals involved in a patient's care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Education
License Vocational Nurse -
Homestead Schools Inc,
Torrance, CA11-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arellano University
Manila, Philippines06-2015
Skills
- Hiring procedures
- Hiring processes
- Recordkeeping skills
- Nurse training
- Staff management
- Patient care assignment
- Performance evaluations
- Training and development
- Plan of action implementation
- Staff scheduling
- Staff supervision
Certification
LVN License #729764.
CPR/BLS
Director of Staff Development
Timeline
Director of Staff Development
Beachside Post Acute
01.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
Beachside Post Acute
10.2023 - 01.2025
Charge Nurse SNF/SUB-ACUTE
Vermont Healthcare Center Inc
12.2022 - 10.2023
LVN License #729764.
CPR/BLS
Director of Staff Development
License Vocational Nurse -
Homestead Schools Inc,
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arellano University
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