NATASHA RODRIGUEZ-TORRES
Longview,WA
Summary
Registered Nurse experienced in Med/Surg and Ortho/Trauma, and Behavioral Health, specializing in patient care and staff training. Enhanced healthcare delivery and outcomes through effective use of Epic EHR and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Managed unit operations and mentored staff, contributing to improved team performance and quality of care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Telecarecorp
Olympia, Washington
08.2026 - Current
- Implemented nursing care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary behavioral health teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Assessed Telecare behavioral health patients for psychiatric symptoms and safety risks.
- Monitored patient behavior and patterns to identify potential escalation risks and intervene proactively.
- Administered medications and monitored side effects per Telecare protocols.
- Directed patient care and coordinated NOC shift staff to ensure safe and effective treatment delivery.
- Admit and Discharge Patients
Registered Nurse (RN), Ortho/Trauma
PeaceHealth
Vancouver, WA
10.2020 - 05.2025
- Served as Charge Nurse, enhancing patient care by coordinating staff schedules for a 12-14 member team, managing a unit budget, and leading emergency response efforts while supervising daily shift operations.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care by changing dressings, monitoring urinary retention pre- and post-op, efficiently inserting catheters, and starting IVs to support smooth surgical procedures and enhance patient outcomes.
- Evaluated medical needs and provided direct and individualized bedside care to 4-6 pre- and post-surgery patients each shift.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and care outcomes using Epic EHR, enhancing communication across healthcare teams and improving care for up to 9 patients daily.
- Mentored and trained new nursing staff and nursing students, promoting team development and continuity of care.
- Coordinated staff schedules for a 12-14 member team, managed the unit budget, and led emergency response efforts while supervising daily shift operations.
Registered Nurse (RN), Resource Team
PeaceHealth
Vancouver, WA
05.2015 - 10.2020
- Adapted to changing units and patient assignments mid-shift, improving care efficiency and fostering collaboration among team members.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, including functioning as an Admit or Discharge RN, completing discharge follow-up phone calls to ensure good patient outcomes after discharge.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to streamline admission and discharge planning, enhancing patient flow and reducing delays.
- Navigated diverse medical settings, including hospitals and outpatient clinics, to elevate care standards and enhance patient outcomes through tailored approaches.
- Provided comprehensive patient care, including functioning as an Admit or Discharge RN and completing discharge follow-up phone calls to ensure good patient outcomes after discharge.
- Streamlined documentation process to ensure safe transition of patient care during reassignments, improving continuity and reducing errors.
- Educated patients and families on dressing changes, care plans, medication administration, and follow-up care to optimize patient outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse
Park Royal Health and Rehab
Longview, WA
04.2013 - 07.2015
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with Advanced Dementia, effectively managing exit-seeking behaviors and enhancing overall patient comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for 26 patients, enhancing patient-centered care.
- Provided compassionate care to end-of-life patients and family support in collaboration with Hospice services.
- Provided compassionate care to end-of-life patients and support to families in collaboration with Hospice services.
- Assisted in the transition-to-home plans for our Rehab patients, facilitating smooth adjustments and contributing to improvements in long-term recovery outcomes.
- Assisted in the transition-to-home plans for our Rehab patients, facilitating smooth adjustments and contributing to improvement in long-term recovery outcomes.
Education
Associates of Arts and Sciences -
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WARegistered Nursing Certificate -
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WASkills
- Patient Assessment
- Psychiatric assessment
- Safety risk evaluation
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Post Op Care
- IV Insertion Trainer
- Epic, PCC, QuickMAR, Avatar EHR
- Patient/Family Education
- Staff Training
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Works well under pressure
- Patient Advocate
- Interpersonal Skills
- CPI training
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse (RN), Med/Surg
Certification
Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN), Basic Life Support (BLS), National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS), HAPI Prevention
Timeline
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Telecarecorp
08.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN), Ortho/Trauma
PeaceHealth
10.2020 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse (RN), Resource Team
PeaceHealth
05.2015 - 10.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse
Park Royal Health and Rehab
04.2013 - 07.2015
Associates of Arts and Sciences -
Lower Columbia College
Registered Nursing Certificate -
Lower Columbia College