Elizabeth Lalasz, RN, BSN
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with over 14 years in the Medical Surgical Division. Known for strong clinical judgment and comprehensive patient education, effectively improving patient understanding and management of their conditions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse I, Medical Surgical Division
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
11.2011 - Current
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with healthcare providers.
- Reviewed patient health status and developed individualized care plans.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
Registered Nurse/charge Nurse
Courtyard Healthcare Center
08.2010 - 11.2011
- Taught patients and caregivers of proper wound management, gastrointestinal and total parenteral tube feedings and discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered both via peripheral and central line, admission and discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delegated to up to four personal care technicians (PCTs) per shift.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue University Northwest
Westville, IN09.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harry S. Truman College, Chicago City Colleges
Chicago, IL05.2010
Skills
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Treatment coordination
- Patient testing
- Medication administration
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control
- Telemetry proficiency
- Admission and discharge
- Patient assessment
- Preceptor
- 12-lead EKG proficiency
- Phlebotomy
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - (State of illinois)
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support
Timeline
Clinical Nurse I, Medical Surgical Division
Cook County Health Hospital Systems
11.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse/charge Nurse
Courtyard Healthcare Center
08.2010 - 11.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue University Northwest
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Harry S. Truman College, Chicago City Colleges