Michael Jacob Torres
Whittier,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with solid background in emergency care and patient management. Consistently provided critical care in high-pressure environments, ensuring patient stability and positive outcomes.
Natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (Emergency Department)
Kaiser Permanente
Downey
05.2018 - Current
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse (Emergency Department)
Greater El Monte Community Hospital
El Monte, CA
11.2015 - 04.2018
- Provided critical care to patients in high-acuity emergency situations, including trauma, cardiac, and stroke cases
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and discharge instructions
- Assisted in interdisciplinary team meetings to support holistic patient care approaches
Hospice Nurse Case Manager
Graceland Hospice Care
Anaheim, CA
11.2015 - 04.2017
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Advocate for patients and families, assisting them in navigating healthcare systems and accessing resources
- Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to improve outcomes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Technical University
08-2024
Associate Degree - Nursing
Rio Hondo College
05-2015
Skills
- Patient advocacy and education
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) proficiency
- Utilization review and resource management
- Strong communication and teamwork
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), 95077486
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- NHISS Stroke Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Emergency Department)
Kaiser Permanente
05.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse (Emergency Department)
Greater El Monte Community Hospital
11.2015 - 04.2018
Hospice Nurse Case Manager
Graceland Hospice Care
11.2015 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Technical University
Associate Degree - Nursing
Rio Hondo College