Stephanie Torres
Kaufman,TX
Summary
Highly experienced nursing professional with exceptional leadership skills, clinical knowledge and sound judgment developed over 17-year career. Skillfully deliver patient care in a variety of settings and specialties, staff teams, organize charts and oversee day-to-day care by leveraging strong decision-making and multitasking abilities. History of building team cohesion and long-term success to maximize quality and cost-effectiveness of care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
10 Wellness & Aesthetics
Kaufman, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Organized events such as trade shows and conferences.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed aesthetic patient needs and developed individualized treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided pre-treatment and post-treatment care to ensure patient comfort, safety, and satisfaction.
- Counseled patients regarding the risks and benefits associated with aesthetic procedures.
- Educated clients on additional available services to increase facility revenue and promote client loyalty.
Director of Nursing
Various
DFW Metroplex, TX
04.2019 - 04.2023
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
- Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Created reports summarizing patient outcomes based on data collected from various sources.
- Organized educational programs for nurses such as seminars, lectures, workshops.
- Served as a mentor for new nurses providing support during their transition into the organization.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Attended meetings with senior management personnel to provide updates on progress of projects and initiatives being undertaken by the nursing team.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Analyzed trends in patient care activities such as medication errors or falls within the facility.
- Advised physicians on best practices related to prescribing medications or treatments for patients under their care.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity and safety.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
Perioperative Services Registered Nurse
Crescent Medical Center Lancaster
Dallas, TX
07.2018 - 04.2019
- Assessed patient's preoperative condition, developed nursing care plans, and implemented interventions to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Provided direct patient care in the perioperative setting by assessing patients' needs, administering medications, and monitoring vital signs.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions and discharge planning.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments and obtained informed consent from patients prior to surgery.
- Monitored patient's response to treatment while under anesthesia or sedation throughout entire procedure.
- Ensured operating room was properly stocked with necessary supplies for each case.
- Administered intravenous fluids, blood products or other medications as ordered by physician during operative procedure.
- Provided post-anesthesia recovery support including assessment of vital signs, pain management techniques and emotional support as needed.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to safety standards within a fast paced environment.
- Adhered to infection control protocols such as proper hand washing techniques before entering operating room suites.
- Reviewed medical charts for accuracy prior to commencement of any surgical procedure.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving processes related to perioperative services delivery.
- Individualized care for each surgical patient by soothing anxieties, checking vital signs and explaining procedures.
- Administered pain medication and implemented management techniques to assist patients experiencing discomfort.
- Delivered key information to patients and caregivers to prepare for operations, side effects and expected recovery process.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Performed patient assessment, obtained vital signs and medical history for pre-admission testing.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding pre-admission testing procedures and post-operative care instructions.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to ensure that all required tests were performed before admission.
- Monitored patient progress during pre-admission testing and reported any changes or concerns to the physician immediately.
- Educated nursing staff on proper techniques for performing pre-admission tests such as lab work and imaging studies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing potential risks associated with certain treatments or procedures prior to admission.
- Collaborated with social workers, case managers, dieticians, pharmacists, and other health professionals as needed during the pre-admission phase.
- Facilitated communication between primary care providers and specialists in order obtain necessary information about a patient's past medical history prior to admission.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Various
10.2008 - 08.2018
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Provided patient care according to established standards and protocols.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for appropriate nursing interventions.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens for laboratory testing.
- Facilitated discharge planning process to ensure continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Participated in educational activities such as seminars or classes related to emergency nursing practices.
- Actively participated in staff meetings to discuss current trends in emergency nursing practices.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the department ensuring a safe environment for staff and patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the Emergency Department setting.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
St Louis, MO08-2008
Skills
- Administrative Oversight
- Budget Administration
- Business Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Labor Relations
- Relationship Building
- Quality Management Systems
- Cost Reduction
- Verbal and written communication
- Customer Relations
- Key partnership cultivation
- Marketing
- Business Development
- Employee Development
- Staff Management
- Staff hiring
- Talent Development
- Customer Service Management
- Time Management
- Policy/program development
- Active Listening
- Team Leadership
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Decision-Making
- Self Motivation
- Effective Communication
- Professionalism
- Employee Motivation
Timeline
Owner
10 Wellness & Aesthetics
05.2023 - Current
Director of Nursing
Various
04.2019 - 04.2023
Perioperative Services Registered Nurse
Crescent Medical Center Lancaster
07.2018 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Various
10.2008 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing