Leslie Alvardo
CHICAGO,United States
Summary
LPN with five years of outpatient OB/GYN and pediatric experience, recognized for exceptional efficiency, accuracy, and communication. Skilled in triage, care coordination, patient support, and managing high-volume workflows. Currently seeking to transition into a new professional role where I can apply my clinical expertise, organizational strengths, and commitment to quality care in a broader capacity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Obgyn-Licensed Practical Nurse
Endeavor Health
Niles, IL
02.2021 - Current
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and families.
- Collaborated with nurses and doctors for coordinated patient care
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medication management, and self-care strategies.
- Communicated triage information to primary care team to discuss disposition.
- Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Answered incoming patient calls, gathering history and symptoms to determine scope of medical complaints.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations by providing timely advice over the phone.
- Coordinated patient referrals between healthcare providers and specialists.
- Streamlined communication channels for efficient referral processing.
- Assisted patients with insurance verification and authorization processes.
Pediatric-Licensed Practical Nurse
NorthShore University HealthSystem
Skokie, Illinois
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
- Provided emotional support to children and their families during difficult times.
- Helped pediatric patients understand and feel at ease with vaccines, tests and minor procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Nursing
Americare
Park Ridge, IL08-2019
Skills
- Medication and immunization administration
- Infection control
- Triage communication
- Referral coordination
- Patient education
- Prior authorization
Certification
- CPR certified with American Heart Association
Timeline
Obgyn-Licensed Practical Nurse
Endeavor Health
02.2021 - Current
Pediatric-Licensed Practical Nurse
NorthShore University HealthSystem
02.2020 - 02.2021
Nursing
Americare