Laura Reynoso
Atwater
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Valley Children's Healthcare
01.2025 - Current
- Care for and manage pediatric (0-21years of age) medical surgical patients preoperative and postoperative. Including patients of general surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, trauma, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary
- Care for patients in the specialized Epilepsy Monitoring Unit including responding to and managing seizures
- Maintaining knowledge on and work with chest tubes, central lines, TPN, lipids, ostomies, G-tubes, foleys, blood products, and wound vacs
Pediatric Nurse Extern
Valley Children's Healthcare
06.2024 - Current
- Performed all functions of a registered nurse under direct supervision of nurse preceptor
- Assess and monitor patient status
- Chart on all patient daily cares and assessments
- Administer medication via oral, NG, IV, and central line
- Complete admission and discharge processes and paperwork
Youth Counselor
Creative Alternatives
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Coached youth in conflict resolution skills, reducing incidents of aggression and improving peer relationships.
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
- Promoted a safe space by consistently enforcing rules while maintaining empathy towards each client''s unique struggles.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
Youth Crisis Counselor
Stars Behavioral Health Group
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed high-stress situations with a calm demeanor, providing the necessary support to both clients and team members during challenging times.
- Developed resources for clients in need, connecting them with community services and programs that best suited their situation.
- Prevented further escalation of crises by effectively deescalating intense situations through skilled verbal interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans, addressing client's mental health, social, and emotional needs.
Dietary Aide
Anberry Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Work directly with nurses and team members to ensure each resident has proper nutrition
- Maintained detailed documentation on each residents dietary needs.
- Supported fellow team members during peak times by assisting with tasks such as dishwashing and restocking supplies, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
Server and Cashier
Chinese Kitchen
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Took detailed orders, listened for special requests, and passed the order to the kitchen
- Accurately memorized menu and had the knowledge to recommend specific items according to preferences and food allergies
- Greeted and had relationships with regular customers
- Helped customers place orders and explained menu items
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
Education
Associates of Arts in Psychology -
Merced College
Associate of Arts in Social and Behavioral Sciences -
Merced College
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Merced College
12.2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Valley Children's Healthcare
01.2025 - Current
Pediatric Nurse Extern
Valley Children's Healthcare
06.2024 - Current
Youth Counselor
Creative Alternatives
09.2022 - 06.2024
Youth Crisis Counselor
Stars Behavioral Health Group
12.2021 - 09.2022
Dietary Aide
Anberry Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
08.2020 - 09.2021
Server and Cashier
Chinese Kitchen
07.2018 - 08.2020
Associate of Arts in Social and Behavioral Sciences -
Merced College
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Merced College
Associates of Arts in Psychology -
Merced College
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