Vanessa Torres
Alhambra,CA
Summary
Qualified Healthcare worker bringing 20 years of related experience working with patients of all ages. Adept at observing and monitoring patient conditions and readings to provide critical input for interdisciplinary care. Seek to bring knowledge and skills to challenging position with room for advancement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Polysomnographic Technician/Lead Technician
Optimal Sleep
02.2015 - Current
- Helped to complete procedures such as EEGs, PSGs, MSLT, CPAP/BiPAP titrations, and providing supplemental Oxygen when needed.
- Gathered, documented and tracked test results for physician interpretation.
- Monitored patients during tests using electroencephalographs (EEG), evoked potential (EP) instruments or video recording equipment.
- Assist with scheduling and confirming appointments.
- Summarized technical data to assist physicians to diagnose brain, sleep or nervous system disorders.
- Managed team member work, oriented new employees and assigned tasks.
- Updated electronic medical records with current patient data and physician notes.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
Covid Operations Administrator
Occidental College
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Certified In Covid Contact Tracing.
- Administer Rapid Covid test.
- Educate students and faculty on Covid Saftey measures.
- Supported, implemented and helped shape test approach by identifying solutions to recurring issues.
Polysomnography Technician
Stat Diagnostic
02.2009 - 02.2015
- Monitored patients during tests using electroencephalographs (EEG), evoked potential (EP) instruments or video recording equipment.
- Summarized technical data to assist physicians to diagnose brain, sleep or nervous system disorders.
- Gathered, documented and tracked test results for physician interpretation.
- Helped to complete procedures such as EEGs, PSGs and NCSs.
Polysomnography Technician
Huntington Hospital
01.2007 - 07.2008
- Monitored patients during tests or surgeries using electroencephalographs (EEG), evoked potential (EP) instruments or video recording equipment.
- Helped to complete procedures such as EEGs, PSGs and NCSs.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Infant Hearing Screener
Huntington Memorial Hospital
06.2005 - 12.2006
- Maintained and used hearing screening equipment.
- Scheduled follow up for failed screens to support patients' needs.
- Conducted newborn hearing screenings on infants in nursery and NICU prior to discharge from hospital.
- Assisted with database management for patient, billing and appointment information.
- Works directly with nursing staff, patients and parents to communicate relevance of hearing screening and early intervention to support positive outcomes.
Patient Care Associate/Unit Secretary
Huntington Hospital
08.2004 - 12.2005
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted with patient transfers and ambulation.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Californian Convalescent Hospital
01.2001 - 12.2004
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Nursery Assistant
Bundles Of Joy Daycare
06.2001 - 09.2001
- Logged information regarding naps and feedings.
- Assisted with group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
Education
Associate of Science - Public Health Education
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA01.2026
No Degree - Sleep Medicine Modules
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
Online07.2018
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- BLS and AED certified
- Excellent Patient Care and Customer Service
- Over 20 years in the Healthcare Field
Timeline
Covid Operations Administrator
Occidental College
01.2022 - 04.2022
Certified Polysomnographic Technician/Lead Technician
Optimal Sleep
02.2015 - Current
Polysomnography Technician
Stat Diagnostic
02.2009 - 02.2015
Polysomnography Technician
Huntington Hospital
01.2007 - 07.2008
Infant Hearing Screener
Huntington Memorial Hospital
06.2005 - 12.2006
Patient Care Associate/Unit Secretary
Huntington Hospital
08.2004 - 12.2005
Nursery Assistant
Bundles Of Joy Daycare
06.2001 - 09.2001
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Californian Convalescent Hospital
01.2001 - 12.2004
Associate of Science - Public Health Education
East Los Angeles College
No Degree - Sleep Medicine Modules
American Academy of Sleep Medicine
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