Laura LeVander

Personable and detail-oriented candidate with foundational understanding of Microbiology and laboratory techniques. Possesses strong knowledge in microbial culturing and susceptibility testing, coupled with an understanding of the practices and challenges of nursing care in an ICU environment. Seeking to transition to the Infection Prevention field where my combined laboratory and nursing knowledge can drive impactful results and innovation.

Registered Nurse- State of Indiana (Compact)

• License #28290770C Exp: 10/31/2025

Registered Nurse- State of Illinois

• License #041562584 Exp: 5/31/2026

• Medical Lab Scientist Certification (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) –American Heart Association

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association

American Nurses Association (ANA)

Member

American Society of Clinical Laboratory

Scientists (ASCLS)

Member and former Student Forum Leader

Association for Professionals in

Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)

Member

Franciscan Health , Munster, IN

Medical Surgical, IMCU, ICU, ED, Cath Lab, GI Lab, & Infusion Lab, October 2022-December 2023

Community Healthcare System , Munster, IN

Medical Surgical, Outpatient Surgery, EEG lab, & Home Health, January-December 2023

Lurie Children's Hospital , Chicago IL

GI & Renal Unit, June-July 2023

Franciscan Health , Crown Point, IN

Postpartum, NICU, & Labor/Delivery, March-April 2023