Melanie Torres
Surrey,BC
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Aide - Full-time
Excelcare Nursing Services Inc.
Surrey, BC
01.2020 - Current
- Assists residents with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene.
- Assists activities of daily living, feeding and ambulation.
- Looks for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Maintains accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough resident records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Uses mobility devices and transfer techniques to transport patients.
- Observes and reports unusual symptoms and changes to nurse.
- Distributes drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assists residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Turns and repositions residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Maintains clean and well-organized environment for resident's safety.
Personal Support Worker - Part-time
Gateway Assisted Living
Surrey, BC
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and personal needs.
- Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
- Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities such as reading, playing games, and socializing with others.
- Administered routine medication.
- Maintained a safe environment for clients.
- Assessed physical condition of patients and identified health problems requiring further nursing intervention.
- Performed light housekeeping duties in the resident's unit.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
Community Support Worker - Full-time
Lower Mainland Society for Community Living
Vancouver, BC
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted clients in personal care.
- Supervised community outings, enabling clients to achieve maximum personal independence.
- Followed and evaluated individualized support care plans to increase personal development.
- Administered medication in accordance with house guidelines to clients, tracking it on daily MAR.
- Promoted effective working relationships with service providers.
- Utilized supportive, educational approach to promote improved functioning and meet client needs.
- Attended in- house trainings to learn more about proper management of challenging behaviors of clients.
Caregiver - Full-time
Mr. Raymond Li
Vancouver, BC
12.2015 - 02.2018
- Observed changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition of Mr. Li
- Aided with mobility.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transfer Mr. Li.
- Assisted with medication administration.
Staff Nurse (Rehab and Recovery) Full-time
Ang Mo Kio Thye Hua Kwan Hospital
Singapore, Singapore
10.2014 - 11.2015
- Recorded patients' medical history and vital statistics.
- Conducted patient initial assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information during admission.
- Reviewed available medications brought in from acute hospital against MAR and requested from the pharmacy to dispense medications that are not readily available for the patient.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, inserting NGT and indwelling urinary catheter.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and IV therapy monitored patient reactions.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Answered patient questions and provided discharge teaching.
Enrolled Nurse (Rehab and Recovery) Full-time
Ang Mo Kio Thye Hua Kwan Hospital
Singapore, Singapore
07.2012 - 09.2014
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to formulate individualized treatment plans to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Operated bladder scanner and performed intermittent catheterization as ordered.
Operating Room Nurse - Full-time
Veterans Regional Hospital
Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines
04.2011 - 10.2011
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Counted surgical instruments and sponges used in procedures upon completion of operations.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Assessed patients prior to surgical procedures by asking questions and detailing medical histories.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions and support patient rights.
- Prepared operating rooms to uphold strict asepsis standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care.
- Provided high level of assistance during procedures by cutting tissue, clamping and suturing under supervision of head surgeon.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Observed body language, movement and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Consulted medical sources to gain knowledge of emerging and updated procedures and select equipment for procedures or treatments.
Trade Analyst
SGS Gulf Limited
Manila, Philippines
08.2008 - 04.2011
- Ensured correct and timely Reports issuance in relation to productivity and quality target.
- Assessed import eligibility, risk levels, and identification of standard and non-standard files following Business Rules on valuation, classification, import eligibility, and process flows, Comprehensive Import Supervision Scheme (CISS) Instructions, and other related references.
- Provided quality and technical based classification and valuation opinion.
- Recommended valuation methodologies, updated Emergency Cost Recovery Surcharges (ECRs) and freight database to responsible parties involved.
- Assisted in resolution of classification, valuation cases and other requests and or inquiries by utilization of expertise on specific goods or commodity.
- Assisted in correct translation of documents, if with foreign language skill (other than English).
Staff Nurse, Mother-Baby Unit, Full-time
Veterans Regional Hospital
Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines
03.2007 - 03.2008
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and laboratory results.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Assessed for postpartum and childbirth complications.
- Provided breastfeeding instructions and taught parents skills to care for their babies.
- Administered immunizations.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered oral medications and IVs.
- Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures and bandages.
- Supervised and upheld cleanliness and sanitation in assigned areas.
- Assisted patients in personal hygiene.
Laboratory Chemist
CKL Industries, Inc.
Imus, Cavite, Philippines
02.2001 - 05.2002
- Ran routine and non-routine tests on dyestuffs and chemical auxiliaries.
- Processed and tested special request samples from various customers.
- Developed color formula and compared result with the sample to duplicate the color requested by the costumer.
- Researched anomalous test results and performed troubleshooting to identify root cause.
- Oversaw waste management and disposal, packaging and transportation.
- Facilitated training for new employees on company policies, regulatory compliance, safety protocol and documentation.
- Tested product samples on chemical characteristics, pH levels, and concentrations.
- Organized, analyzed and prepared data research reports in compliance with operations and record-keeping standards.
- Induced chemical reactions using mixtures and catalysts and recorded test results.
- Coordinated strategy meetings to modify and develop operating procedures, techniques and research protocols for continued success.
Education
Diploma - Health Care Assistant
Gateway College
Vancouver, BC11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aldersgate College
Philippines10.2005
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Saint Mary's University
Philippines03.2000
Certification
- First Aid CPR/AED Level C
Certificate Number: 102532094
Expiry Date: 23 July 2024
Issue Date: 24 July 2021
Issued in: BC
- WHMIS - Provincial Course
February 2, 2024
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care
Completion Date: September 17, 2022
- Acculturation
Completion Date: February 10, 2014
- Effective Communication Skills Level 1 & 2
Completion Date: 16, December 2013
- Basic Computer Skills
Completion Date: October 21, 2013
- Basic Counseling Skills
Completion Date: August 26 2013
- Dementia Care Foundation Course
Completion Date: April 19, 2013
- Non Cancer Palliative Foundation Course Care
Completion Date: January 4-26, 2013
- IV Therapy Nurse - Association of Nursing Service Administrators of the Philippines.
Card Number: 07-7834
Accomplishments
Singapore Health Quality Service Award - Silver Award in recognition of outstanding and commendable service (April 2012-2013).
References
References available upon request.
Affiliations
Related Learning Experience in these subjects for 18 weeks in different facilities.
Communicable Disease (Nursing San Lazaro Hospital, Philippines)
Orthopedic Nursing (Philippine Orthopedic Centre, Philippines)
Psychiatric Nursing (National Centre for Mental Health, Philippines)
Timeline
Personal Support Worker - Part-time
Gateway Assisted Living
06.2022 - 02.2024
Health Care Aide - Full-time
Excelcare Nursing Services Inc.
01.2020 - Current
Community Support Worker - Full-time
Lower Mainland Society for Community Living
03.2018 - 06.2019
Caregiver - Full-time
Mr. Raymond Li
12.2015 - 02.2018
Staff Nurse (Rehab and Recovery) Full-time
Ang Mo Kio Thye Hua Kwan Hospital
10.2014 - 11.2015
Enrolled Nurse (Rehab and Recovery) Full-time
Ang Mo Kio Thye Hua Kwan Hospital
07.2012 - 09.2014
Operating Room Nurse - Full-time
Veterans Regional Hospital
04.2011 - 10.2011
Trade Analyst
SGS Gulf Limited
08.2008 - 04.2011
Staff Nurse, Mother-Baby Unit, Full-time
Veterans Regional Hospital
03.2007 - 03.2008
Laboratory Chemist
CKL Industries, Inc.
02.2001 - 05.2002
Diploma - Health Care Assistant
Gateway College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aldersgate College
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Saint Mary's University
- First Aid CPR/AED Level C
Certificate Number: 102532094
Expiry Date: 23 July 2024
Issue Date: 24 July 2021
Issued in: BC
- WHMIS - Provincial Course
February 2, 2024
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care
Completion Date: September 17, 2022
- Acculturation
Completion Date: February 10, 2014
- Effective Communication Skills Level 1 & 2
Completion Date: 16, December 2013
- Basic Computer Skills
Completion Date: October 21, 2013
- Basic Counseling Skills
Completion Date: August 26 2013
- Dementia Care Foundation Course
Completion Date: April 19, 2013
- Non Cancer Palliative Foundation Course Care
Completion Date: January 4-26, 2013
- IV Therapy Nurse - Association of Nursing Service Administrators of the Philippines.
Card Number: 07-7834
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