Rachel Torres, Dnp, Rn, Phna-Bc Email & Phone Number

Walnut Creek, Ca, Us

Walnut Creek, Ca, Us

Improve health and quality of life through the prevention and treatment of disease and other physical and mental health conditions, through surveillance of cases and the promotion of healthy behaviors. Volunteer for humanitarian medical missions for vulnerable populations in the U.S. and abroad, specifically in Central and South America.Developed and oversaw the implementation of preventative medicine education as well as triage and provide primary care at remote locations in Belize to over 5,000 individuals in 10 days during the New Horizons 2013 Belize Training ExerciseParticipant in Key Resolve 2014 Training Exercise.

-Community health nursing theory and clinical-Community engagement-Leadership and innovation

COVID19 Emergency Disaster Service Worker. Preparation, administration, education of COVID19 vaccines to pediatric and adult patients. Perform proper collecting and handling of nasopharyngeal swabs for COVID19 testing (per CDC guidelines). Proper sanitization of equipment during specimen collections. Accurate labeling, proper storage, and careful transport of specimens. Observe strict safety protocols to avoid direct contact with blood and specimens. Proper use of PPE. Inform individuals of COVID19 test results, both positive and negative. Education individuals on proper isolation instructions. Connect individuals to community resources. Coordinate hotel placement for individuals in need of a place to isolate.[Pre-COVID19] Field Nurse - pediatrics. Assist low-income, high-risk Contra Costa County residents particularly families with children to gain access to needed medical, social, educational and other services after a comprehensive assessment and periodic reassessment are conducted to create an individualized care plan, provide health education and information and referral and linkage to resources and services with monitoring and follow-up.

Menlo Park, Ca

Provide direct nursing care to adolescent females recovering from eating disorders. Assess and evaluate illness or injuries. Administer medications. Monitor physician orders for medication or treatment. Monitor prescriptions filled at outside pharmacies. Work closely with multidisciplinary team to assist and support treatment program

Glide Health Services

MEPN N150 Community Health Nursing CourseCollaborated on curriculum, lectured on Social Justice, Health Equity & Health Equality in Community Health, led a class exercise on Emergency Preparedness/Disaster Nursing, facilitated small group discussions, responded to student questions concerning the course, met with students upon request, managed online portion of coursework, assisted with developing the final exam, assisted with student orientation, led a simulation of a mass immunization clinic

Honolulu, Hawaii

Researched to build a legislative strategy to introduce legislation on a “Mini Miranda/Bill of Rights” for parents who are contacted by Hawaii Child Protective Services. Researched data on crematory units in the state of Hawaii and on the efficacy of requiring a particle collection/heavy metal filtration system on proposed crematory units in Senator’s district. Worked with constituents in Senator’s district regarding this issue and worked on compliance issues that would satisfy the residents in the area. Attended meetings with and on behalf of the Senator and reported on the key issues/topics of said meetings. Also provided health policy recommendations on issues such as improving birth and infant health outcomes, Affordable Care Act implementation in Hawaii, homeless assistance, and mental health assistance.

Hanford, Ca

Director, Maternal, Child, & Adolescent Health April 2011 - Nov 2012Manager of the Preconception Health Program, Comprehensive Perinatal Services Program, and Breastfeeding Program. Developed policies and programs to implement interventions based on the county needs assessment. Planed, implemented, evaluated, coordinated and managed services for women of childbearing years and their families. Liaison between County of Kings and the California Department of Public Health MCAH programs.Field Public Health Nurse Feb 2010 - April 2011Perinatal Program Coordinator. Developed, adapted, and updated the policy and procedures for the perinatal home visiting program. Case management to targeted populations, communicable disease prevention and management, epidemiology, pre- diagnostic assessments and evaluations, and physical and mental health counseling.

RN at Coalinga State Hospital. Provide direct nursing care, treatment, and rehabilitation to patients. Apply mental health principles and relationship security with patients. Observe, assess, record, and report physical conditions and behaviors of patients. Create and maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and staff.

Work with individual or small groups of children. Help with planning, preparation, and implementation of learning tasks. Use positive modeling and behavioral management. Communicate with parents clearly, regularly, and appropriately.

Direct nursing care in intermediate and high risk postpartum and newborn nursery unit.

Doctorate Of Nursing Practice, Structural Competency And Social Justice, 4.0

Activities and Societies: Sigma Theta Tau

Master Of Science In Nursing, Health Policy, Minor In Global Health, With Honors

Activities and Societies: Sigma Theta Tau - Masters Student Representative, Communications Coordinator

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: Sigma Theta Tau, Student Nurses Association - Treasurer, served on Committee on Students, President's Host