Nathan Torres
Stockton,CA
Summary
Accomplished Licensed Vocational Nurse and former Hospital Corpsman Third Class with a proven track record in aseptic techniques and infection control, adept at providing exceptional patient care and support. Excelled in treatment plan implementation at RX Healthcare Services, enhancing patient recovery rates. Skilled in workflow coordination and vital signs monitoring, demonstrating strong leadership and empathy in high-pressure environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licenced Vocational Nurse
RX Healthcare Services
08.2023 - Current
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Oversaw health services for school of 800+ students and faculty.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
Hospital Corpsman Third Class
US Navy
04.2018 - 06.2022
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Provided leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Updated medical records in EMR system and double-checked data for accuracy.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Emptied and decontaminated trash containers to efficiently reduce waste.
- Washed blinds, windows, and walls with natural cleaning solutions to remove contaminants and pollutants.
- Cleaned, removed and properly disposed of biohazardous substances in accordance with OSHA and health regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Performed regular equipment maintenance and reported problems to supervisor.
- Delegated assignments and verified work quality and completion according to facility and regulatory standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA05-2025
Skills
- Treatment plan implementation
- HIPAA guideline adherence
- HIPAA compliance
- Aseptic techniques
- Infection control
- Reporting and documentation
- Infection control procedures
- Hospital staff support
- Room sanitation
- Direct patient care
- Workflow coordination
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - California Board of Nursing.
Golf, MMA, Cooking
Father of two, soon to be three! I enjoy being a father and husband more than anything else in this world, but I also enjoy playing golf, practicing mixed martial arts, and cooking!
Timeline
Licenced Vocational Nurse
RX Healthcare Services
08.2023 - Current
Hospital Corpsman Third Class
US Navy
04.2018 - 06.2022
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - California Board of Nursing.
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
City College of San Francisco
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