Auria Torres

Compassionate Registered Nurse with 20+ years of experience in Pre-Op, PACU, ICU/CCU, Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, and Ambulatory Surgery. Highly skilled in IV insertion, vascular access, preoperative patient preparation, PACU recovery, and plastic surgery nursing. Proven ability to manage high patient volumes in fast-paced surgical environments while delivering exceptional patient care and safety.

RN STAFF NURSE at Midtown Surgical Center (2025-01 – Present)

• Perform comprehensive preoperative assessments and initiate IV access for surgical patients
• Specialize in difficult IV insertion and vascular access in high-volume outpatient settings
• Prepare patients for orthopedic, gastric sleeve, and plastic surgery procedures
• Provide preoperative nursing care including medication administration and patient education
• Ensure patients are safely prepared and ready for surgery

INDEPENDENT CONTRACT RN TRAVEL at Medely Inc. (2019-01 – Present)

• Provide Pre-Op and PACU nursing coverage across multiple ambulatory surgery centers
• Initiate IV therapy, administer preoperative medications, and ensure surgical readiness
• Support GI, cosmetic, and outpatient surgical procedures in fast-paced environments
• Adapt quickly to diverse EMR systems, surgical teams, and patient populations

RN STAFF NURSE (PART-TIME) at Coral Springs Surgical Center (2022-01 – 2024-12)

• Performed preoperative nursing assessments and IV placement for surgical patients
• Delivered safe post-anesthesia recovery care and discharge preparation
• Monitored patients for complications and ensured compliance with recovery protocols

RN STAFF NURSE at Azurin Cosmetic Surgery (2009-01 – 2014-12)

• Specialized in pre-op preparation and PACU recovery for cosmetic surgery patients
• Performed IV starts, medication administration, and patient monitoring
• Assisted during surgical procedures and coordinated safe patient discharge

RN STAFF NURSE at Aventura Hospital (2003-01 – 2019-12)

• Delivered critical care nursing for 11 years in ICU/CCU settings caring for high-acuity cardiac patients
• Supported Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, and Electrophysiology procedures
• Provided pre- and post-procedural patient care and cardiac monitoring

Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Nursing – Chamberlain University

Associate of Science in Nursing in Nursing – St. Luke's School of Nursing