Elizabeth Lopez Gurrola
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Driven pre-nursing professional aspiring to specialize in nurse anesthesia. Demonstrates expertise in direct patient care, health monitoring, and effective communication, ensuring comprehensive support and collaboration in high-pressure environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Atrium Healthcare
Charlotte, NC
07.2025 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Engaged with patients and families to clarify care plans, ensuring understanding and compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care delivery.
- Supported patients in daily living activities and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to minimize risk of pressure ulcers and promote comfort.
Inventory Specialist
CaroMont Health
Gastonia, North Carolina
11.2023 - 07.2025
- Unpacked and examined incoming shipments for record accuracy, routing materials to appropriate departments to maintain inventory integrity.
- Monitored stock levels to ensure availability of products.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operations, ensuring organized inventory and improved customer service.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding product availability.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Arranged merchandise on counters and organized promotional displays to enhance product visibility and drive sales.
- Assisted patients/ family members over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
Clinical Intern/CNA in Training
Preston House Nursing Home
Charlotte, NC
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Documented patient care services through accurate and timely charting in designated areas to support effective care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Monitored food intake and output according to nursing guidelines.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Facilitated clear communication among patients, family members, and healthcare professionals to enhance understanding and support patient needs.
- Provided compassionate care and support to patients and families during discussions related to death and dying, ensuring dignity and respect.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Education
Associates in Arts - Nursing
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC12-2025
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- Health monitoring
- Bedside manner
- Attention to detail
- Active listening
- Compassionate communication
- Patient advocacy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Reliable and punctual
- Emotional support
- Inventory organization
- Critical thinking
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Atrium Healthcare
07.2025 - Current
Clinical Intern/CNA in Training
Preston House Nursing Home
11.2024 - 12.2024
Inventory Specialist
CaroMont Health
11.2023 - 07.2025
Associates in Arts - Nursing
Central Piedmont Community College