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ELVIRA LOPEZ

Albuquerque,NM

Summary

Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 16 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens, and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care. Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease the family burden. Expertise in [ICU and cardiology]. A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level RN position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

PCT

UNMH
Albuquerque, NM
12.2007 - Current
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

CNA

Sun Bridge
San Leandro, CA
02.2002 - 10.2007
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Registered Nurse

General Hospital
Tijuna, Baja California (Mexico)
02.1989 - 04.1993
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Brookline College
Albuquerque
08.2022

Skills

  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Customer Service
  • Active Listening
  • Good listening skills
  • Responsible

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

PCT

UNMH
12.2007 - Current

CNA

Sun Bridge
02.2002 - 10.2007

Registered Nurse

General Hospital
02.1989 - 04.1993

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Brookline College

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