Sharon L. Torres, RN

• Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to hospital policies and procedures.
• Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
• Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
• Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.

Provided direct patient care, collaborating with physicians & ancillary staff in developing individual care

Charge nurse on many occasions

ONS chemo certified-administered chemo for seventeen years

Oversaw chemo administration by other chemo nurses

Taught Meditech to new hires

Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice and federal regulations

Conducted medication audits using Blue Sight

• Managed front and back office operations for two prominent general/vascular surgeons.
• Oversaw financial management of medical practice.
• Processed patient medical billing with attention to accuracy and timeliness.
• Obtain insurance authorization
• Schedule appointments and surgeries
• Administered wound care, monitored vital signs, and delivered injections per physician orders.
• Assist with minor surgeries/procedures in office setting
• Assist with recredentialing for physicians with insurance carriers

• Managed swim program for disabled individuals by evaluating skills and assigning qualified instructors.
• Led/assisted with field trips and various activities for the disabled with organizing, planning and supervising
• Collaborated with staff to ensure safety protocols and create a secure environment
• Volunteered at age fourteen, later hired part-time to support disabled recreation program