Ashley Toruno
Winchester,CA
Summary
Registered nurse specializing in compassionate, patient-centered care within high-acuity post-acute settings. Proficient in managing complex medical cases, administering medications, and enforcing safety protocols. Strong clinical judgment and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams improve patient outcomes and facilitate effective care transitions.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN) – NOC Shift
San Diego Post Acute Center
04.2026 - Current
- Provide direct nursing care for medically complex, post-acute, rehabilitation, and long-term care patients during overnight shifts in a high-acuity skilled nursing environment.
- Responded to patient emergencies, implemented fall prevention and infection control measures, and supported rapid clinical decision-making to ensure patient safety during overnight operations.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, monitor for acute changes in condition, and promptly communicate findings to physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Managed multiple patient assignments independently, prioritized time-sensitive interventions, and ensured accurate EMR documentation to enhance overall patient care.
- Administer medications, tube feedings, treatments, and wound care while ensuring patient safety and adherence to facility protocols.
- Collaborated closely with CNAs, rehabilitation staff, respiratory therapists, and healthcare providers to deliver coordinated, high-quality interdisciplinary care that addressed complex patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on medications, disease processes, safety precautions, and discharge planning to promote understanding and adherence.
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Menifee Union School District
01.2022 - Current
- Created structured, supportive environments tailored to diverse needs and dynamic classroom situations, enhancing student engagement.
- Facilitated discussions that promoted critical thinking and collaboration among students, fostering a culture of active learning.
- Applied effective communication and leadership skills to resolve conflicts and manage multitasking within patient care settings, ensuring smooth operations.
Physical Therapist Aide
Rancho Physical Therapy
05.2018 - 07.2021
- Supported patients recovering from injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditions through targeted therapeutic exercises and mobility activities to enhance recovery.
- Supported physical therapists in delivering patient care and executing rehabilitation exercises to enhance treatment effectiveness.
- Monitored patient progress and reinforced safe body mechanics and mobility techniques, educating patients to foster independence and safety.
- Recorded patient progress and maintained precise documentation to support continuity of care.
- Prepared treatment areas by cleaning and organizing equipment to ensure a safe environment for patient care. by cleaning and organizing equipment.
Medical-Surgical Clinical Rotation
Temecula Valley Hospital
- Delivered direct patient care for adult patients with acute and chronic medical conditions in a fast-paced hospital setting.
- Administered medications, provided wound care, monitored patient conditions, and implemented safety interventions to enhance patient outcomes.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments and promptly communicated condition changes to the healthcare team to ensure timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions to promote understanding and adherence.
Emergency Department Clinical Rotation
Menifee Global Medical Center
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and patient responses to treatment for acute and critical conditions.
- Supported emergency interventions, medication administration, and interdisciplinary coordination of care.
- Assisted with rapid patient assessments and triage in a high-volume emergency department environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Ontario, CA01-2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CA05-2018
Skills
- IV Administration
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Cardiac and vital signs monitoring
- Acute condition recognition
- Infection prevention
- EMR documentation
- Time management and prioritization
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family education
- De-escalation skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) License, California Board of Registered Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN) – NOC Shift
San Diego Post Acute Center
04.2026 - Current
Certificated Substitute Teacher
Menifee Union School District
01.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist Aide
Rancho Physical Therapy
05.2018 - 07.2021
Emergency Department Clinical Rotation
Menifee Global Medical Center
Medical-Surgical Clinical Rotation
Temecula Valley Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University San Marcos