Roy Torres
Grover Beach,CA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in administering medications, patient care planning, and infection control practices. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse - (Med/Surg, Stepdown, ED)
Adventist Health Sierra Vista
San Luis Obispo, California
07.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans based on individual needs and assessments.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions, enhancing understanding and promoting adherence to care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care solutions.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation, ensuring compliance with standards and facilitating effective patient care.
- Implemented infection control measures, significantly contributing to patient safety and reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Monitor Technician
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
San Luis Obispo, California
01.2014 - 07.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry systems.
- Documented patient data in electronic health records to ensure accurate and timely information access.
- Communicated critical information to healthcare team members promptly.
- Trained new staff on monitoring protocols and procedures to enhance team competency and patient care.
- Observed cardiac monitors for arrhythmias or other irregularities, enabling prompt intervention for patient safety.
- Performed basic clerical duties such as filing, copying, and faxing documents related to patient care.
Emergency Medical Technician
Desert Regional
Palm Springs, California
04.2007 - 01.2014
- Delivered emergency medical care to patients during critical incidents, ensuring timely interventions.
- Responded swiftly to emergency calls, assessing patient conditions on-site.
- Performed basic life support procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation.
- Utilized medical equipment such as defibrillators and oxygen delivery systems to stabilize patients effectively.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, including blood pressure, respiration rate, pulse rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation, to inform treatment decisions.
- Adhered to safety regulations and best practices in emergency response scenarios.
Education
Associate of Science -
Allan Hancock College
Santa Maria, CA12-2022
Associate of Arts -
College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CA05-2005
Skills
- Medication administration
- Care planning
- Vital monitoring
- Cardiac monitoring
- Emergency procedures
- Infection control
- Health records
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Effective communication
Certification
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse - (Med/Surg, Stepdown, ED)
Adventist Health Sierra Vista
07.2023 - Current
Monitor Technician
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
01.2014 - 07.2023
Emergency Medical Technician
Desert Regional
04.2007 - 01.2014
Associate of Science -
Allan Hancock College
Associate of Arts -
College of The Desert