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Elizabeth Cruz

Patterson,NY

Summary

Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with strong skills in medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Experienced in educating patients on health management. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care while ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Montefiore Hospital
The Bronx, NY
12.2000 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly.
  • Assisted in patient assessments, contributing to comprehensive care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Institute Of Urban Family Health
New York, NY
01.1998 - 12.2000
  • Coordinated with care team to enhance patient care.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance with medical concerns.
  • Implemented best practices for infection control, improving patient safety.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Mid Manhattan School of Nursing
New York, NY
09-1998

High School Diploma -

Morris High School
Bronx, NY
1985

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Clinical documentation
  • Immunization administration
  • Breathing treatments
  • EMR / EHR
  • Chronic disease management

Certification

  • LPN License - 1998 -2028 # 257234

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Montefiore Hospital
12.2000 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Institute Of Urban Family Health
01.1998 - 12.2000

Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Mid Manhattan School of Nursing

High School Diploma -

Morris High School