ELIZABETH A. VELASQUEZ
WILMETTE
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a robust background in patient care and clinical support, equipped to excel in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated expertise in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes while adapting to evolving challenges. Proficient in monitoring vital signs, assisting with patient mobility, and operating medical equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in all procedures. Committed to delivering exceptional results and upholding the highest standards of care in every aspect of the role.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Care Technician II, Intensive Care Unit
Advocate Aurora Healthcare – Condell Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Supported admission, transfer, discharge, and bedside care for critically ill and COVID-19 patients under Charge Nurse supervision.
- Assisted medical staff in providing high-quality care while maintaining patient safety and confidentiality.
- Ensured smooth unit operations and cross-covered unit secretary duties as needed.
- Trained and supervised new patient care technicians.
- Perioperative Clinical Technician / Sterile Processing Technician
- Prepared and disinfected operating rooms, transported post-op patients, and handled laboratory specimens.
- Performed sterile processing and setup of surgical instruments per hospital protocols.
Nursing Care Technician II, Medical & Cardiac ICU
Lutheran General Hospital – Level 1 Trauma Center
01.2011 - 01.2021
- Delivered high-quality care to critically ill patients, assisted with complex procedures, and ensured accurate documentation.
- Supported unit efficiency through cross-coverage, EKG testing, and training of new staff.
- Previous Roles (1999–2010) – Unit Secretary, Emergency & ICU | Administrative Assistant, Pathology
- Coordinated patient documentation and hospital communications, processed medical orders, maintained HIPAA compliance, and supported clinical and administrative operations across multiple departments.
Education
BNAT, CNA Certification -
Oakton Community College
Des Plaines, IL06.2014
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL05.1991
Skills
- Patient Care
- Critical & Emergency Care Support
- Medical Documentation
- Team Collaboration
- Unit Coordination
- Problem Solving
- Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Epic
Timeline
Nursing Care Technician II, Intensive Care Unit
Advocate Aurora Healthcare – Condell Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
Nursing Care Technician II, Medical & Cardiac ICU
Lutheran General Hospital – Level 1 Trauma Center
01.2011 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
Loyola University Chicago
BNAT, CNA Certification -
Oakton Community College
AWARDS & COMMITTEES
Petal Award – Extraordinary NCT/Unit Secretary, 2019, High Reliability Unit Committee – Teaching, Peer Coaching, Safety