Yazmin Torres
Chicago ,IL
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with over 3 years of experience providing high-quality care across all age groups, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Proficient in clinical patient care, ensuring comfort and safety while adhering to cost control measures. Strong organizational skills and proactive approach to managing patient needs. Excellent communicator with a positive demeanor, fostering effective patient interactions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Endeavor
Elmhurst, IL
02.2021 - Current
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Carle Foundation Hospital
Urbana, IL
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Continually updated professional knowledge by attending educational workshops, conferences, and obtaining relevant certifications in the field of orthopedic nursing.
- Collaborated with case managers to arrange appropriate home health services for discharged patients requiring ongoing support or rehabilitation services.
- Mentored new nurses in the orthopedic specialty, sharing clinical expertise and fostering professional growth.
- Reduced hospital readmissions rates by effectively educating patients on post-operative care and follow-up appointments.
- Educated patients on proper post-operative care routines, reducing the likelihood of complications or readmissions.
- Coordinated perioperative care for diverse patient populations, specializing in geriatrics.
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
Registered Nurse
Affiliated Physicians
North Chicago, IL
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Provided education regarding COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Administered COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Monitored patients for any side effects/illness after administering vaccinations.
- Used teamwork to improve workflow and be able to help patients with any questions they had regarding vaccinations.
Registered Nurse
Family Medicine and Weight Loss
Kenosha, WI
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Consistently met strict documentation requirements for medical records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards in the outpatient setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop and refine care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted patient safety through vigilant identification of potential risks and timely intervention to prevent complications.
- Facilitated open communication channels among healthcare teams ensuring all relevant information is shared and discussed to make the best decisions for patient care.
- Developed strong professional relationships with community organizations enabling resource referrals and support services for patients in need.
- Delivered high-quality nursing care by adapting to diverse patient populations and addressing unique needs within the outpatient environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Kenosha, WI10.2020
High School Diploma -
Zion Benton High School
Zion, IL06.2015
Skills
- EMR / EHR
- Lab equipment operation
- Phlebotomy
- Direct Patient Care
- Compassionate
- Adaptable
- Efficient and reliable team player
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Patient-focused care
- Organization and Planning
- Well visit procedures
- Medication Administration
- Sanitation
- Collecting vitals
- Infection Control Measures
- Setting Up Referrals
- Patient Check-Ins
- Well Visit Procedures
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Clinical Nursing Experience
Nursing Duties
· Assisted in assessing patients by performing physical check-ups
· Interviewed patients and families to determine active complaints
· Provided support in designing and implementing nursing plans according to each patient’s individual needs
· Administered oral and IV medication upon specific orders from physicians and nursing managers
· Completed patients’ medical histories and charts
· Took and recorded vitals such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature
Nursing Sites
Adult health I clinical/St. Josephs home for the elderly, Kenosha, WI (January, 2019 to April, 2019)
Adult health II/Vista Medical Center East, Waukegan, IL (May, 2019 to August, 2019)
Mental health clinical/Veteran affairs medical center, North Chicago, IL (August, 2019 to December, 2019)
Family clincal/Vista Medical center East/Boy and Girls club, Waukegan IL/Kenosha WI (January 2020 to April 2020)
Community volunteering/Vista Medical Center East, Waukegan IL/Kenosha WI (January 2020 to April 2020)
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Carle Foundation Hospital
12.2023 - 03.2024
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Endeavor
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Affiliated Physicians
01.2021 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse
Family Medicine and Weight Loss
12.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
High School Diploma -
Zion Benton High School