Laura Torres
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated New Grad Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in patient-centered care and 8+ years of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Skilled in building trust-based relationships with patients and interdisciplinary teams. Eager to contribute my skills to your healthcare team
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Admin Clin Care Partner/ Video Monitor Tech
UCLA Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
- Cross-trained as a Nursing Assistant and Video Monitor Technician, ensuring patient safety via live feeds and two-way audio. Maintained phone etiquette while contacting the primary nurse and collaborating on ways to ensure patient safety. In August 2023, I transferred to the Float Team, supporting multiple departments
Certified Nurse Assistant
California Rehabilitation Institute (Joint Venture with Cedar Sinai & UCLA)
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided comfort and ADL care for patients with diverse injuries, focusing on stroke and spinal cord injuries. Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists to assist with transfers, prepare patients for sessions, ensure safety, and support therapy goals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT11-2025
Associates Degree - Nursing
Los Angeles County College of Nursing And Allied Health
12.2024
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- adaptability
- team player
Clinical Experience
Los Angeles General Medical Center
- Completed 1,160 clinical hours in various units and specialties (960 hours being direct patient care) at a Level 1 Trauma Center, serving an underserved, diverse population. Selected as one of the first 20 students to do the new Burns unit pilot program
Certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support), American Heart Association – Exp. 06/2026
- Registered Nurse, California, License #95405320, Issued: 01/13/2025, Exp. 09/30/2026
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Skills
Timeline
Admin Clin Care Partner/ Video Monitor Tech
UCLA Medical Center
10.2018 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
California Rehabilitation Institute (Joint Venture with Cedar Sinai & UCLA)
03.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Utah University
Associates Degree - Nursing
Los Angeles County College of Nursing And Allied Health
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