Laura Tavarez
North Bergen,NJ
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Center For Asthma And Allergy
11.2020 - Current
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Customer Service Representative
TD Bank
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
- Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
Sales Associate
Aldo Shoes
10.2013 - 12.2017
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
- Maximized profitability with strategic upselling techniques during one-on-one interactions with clients at the point of purchase.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
Patient Care Technician
Care One At Valley
01.2016 - 10.2017
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute
Paramus, NJ10.2020
Skills
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Patient evaluations
- Immunization Administration
- Medical Records Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Specimen Collection
- Procedure Explanation
- Patient Care
- Responsible and Dependable
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient Assessments
- Staff Supervision
- Vital signs monitoring
- Breathing Treatments
- Patient Charting
- Quality Assessments
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Intake
- Home Health Care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Center For Asthma And Allergy
11.2020 - Current
Customer Service Representative
TD Bank
10.2017 - 04.2019
Patient Care Technician
Care One At Valley
01.2016 - 10.2017
Sales Associate
Aldo Shoes
10.2013 - 12.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute