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Elizabeth Echols

Markham,IL

Summary

Accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Cook County Hospital, enhancing patient outcomes through expert medication delivery and critical thinking. Skilled in direct patient care and adept at multi-tasking, I significantly contribute to efficient healthcare delivery by ensuring adherence to HIPAA protocols and fostering seamless communication among healthcare teams.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Cermak Healthcare
12.2017 - 07.2023
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Cook County Hospital
07.1991 - 07.2023
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.

Education

No Degree - Nursing.

South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL
07-1993

Graduate Certificate - License Practical Nurse

Dawson Skill Centers
Chicago, IL
12-1991

High School Diploma -

Gardena
Gardena, CA
06-1975

Skills

  • Medication Delivery
  • Direct patient care
  • Critical thinking
  • HIPAA protocols
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
  • Wound care

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Cermak Healthcare
12.2017 - 07.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

Cook County Hospital
07.1991 - 07.2023

No Degree - Nursing.

South Suburban College of Cook County

Graduate Certificate - License Practical Nurse

Dawson Skill Centers

High School Diploma -

Gardena

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