Itzel Cruz
Houston,TX
Summary
Licensed vocational nurse highly motivated to practice, acquire and improve skills to promote health across the nursing care continuum. Recognized as a competent team member, effective communicator and collaborative within interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Nurse
HCA
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care.
- Comply with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients.
- Assist physicians in examining patients by taking histories, recording information, preparing patients for examinations and administering tests.
- Managed multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
- Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines.
- Assisted with collection, labeling, and timely processing of specimens.
Phlebotomist
Memorial Hermann Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Performs duties in a manner to promote quality patient care and customer service satisfaction
- Gains and maintains functional knowledge of system computers as required by job assignment
- Adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and productivity
- Processing specimens including, labeling, centrifuging and preparing for transport
Patient Care Technician
Kindred Home Health
08.2015 - 12.2019
- Implemented nursing care plans by performing patient care activities under supervision of licensed nurses.
- Performed hourly rounds and responded promptly to call lights.
- Administered medications accurately in accordance with physician orders.
- Interacted professionally with all departments within the facility.
- Assisted with patient transfers to and from wheelchairs, beds, and exam tables.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Jacinto College District
Houston, TX12.2022
Skills
- HIPAA Protocols
- Patient Data Gathering
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Breathing Treatments
- Monitor IV Fluids
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
BLS: March 2023-March 2025
Timeline
Emergency Nurse
HCA
04.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
Memorial Hermann Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2023
Patient Care Technician
Kindred Home Health
08.2015 - 12.2019
Associate Degree In Nursing - Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Jacinto College District
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