Taye E. Torres
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Proficient Licensed Vocational Nurse with a strong background in patient care and a commitment to compassion. Engaged in nursing education to obtain a Registered Nursing license and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, aiming to elevate clinical expertise. Driven to provide exceptional patient care and contribute positively to healthcare teams.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Stars Behavioral Health
07.2024 - Current
- Observes and documents patients’ physical and/or mental condition(s)
- Orders, prepares, administers, and documents the administration of medication for clients according to physician’s orders.
- Responsible for writing daily summary of clients as assigned.
- Monitors daily operations of the nursing unit, including supervising staff, coordinating patient care, managing resources, and ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and safety standards to promote high-quality, efficient healthcare delivery.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Los Angeles Downtown Medical Center
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Med surg/behavioral health unit
- Monitor patients for changes in condition(s), medication administration, documentation.
Mental Health Worker
Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
09.2020 - 04.2024
- Provide basic nursing care for patients while working directly under registered nurses and physicians.
- Monitor and document patient progress, behaviors, and changes and/or stabilization in mood.
Ultrasound Technician
Legsavers
06.2015 - 08.2019
- Perform diagnostic ultrasounds and provide physician with patient reports
Caregiver
Always Best Care
Torrance, CA
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Assist with personal care and ADL’s.
- Behavior and medication management
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing
12.2026
Associate Degree - Nursing
San Joaquin Valley College
12.2023
Associate of Occupational Science - undefined
West Coast Ultrasound Institute
05.2014
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- EHR system proficiency
- Patient advocacy and care
- Staff mentoring and training
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Behavioral management strategies
- Medication administration
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nurse: VN739970
- IV/Blood Draw Certification
- CPR for Healthcare Providers
- In progress: Registered Nurse license
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Stars Behavioral Health
07.2024 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Los Angeles Downtown Medical Center
03.2024 - 06.2024
Mental Health Worker
Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
09.2020 - 04.2024
Caregiver
Always Best Care
01.2017 - 06.2018
Ultrasound Technician
Legsavers
06.2015 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing
Associate Degree - Nursing
San Joaquin Valley College
Associate of Occupational Science - undefined
West Coast Ultrasound Institute