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Work History
Education
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Aileen Whitehurst

New Bern

Summary

Dedicated phlebotomist with expertise in blood collection, infection control, and patient preparation. Committed to delivering compassionate care and ensuring patient comfort in all procedures.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist

Carolina East Medical Center
New Bern
08.2021 - Current
  • Collected blood samples using proper techniques and safety protocols.
  • Prepared patients for procedures, ensuring comfort and understanding of processes.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and infection control standards.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
  • Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
  • Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.

CNA

Home Instead
New Bern
01.2018 - 08.2021
  • Provided compassionate care to clients in their homes.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
  • Collaborated with family members to address client needs and concerns.
  • Documented care provided in client records accurately and promptly.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.

Cook Shift Leader

Craven County Schools
New Bern
08.2011 - 02.2018
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
  • Coordinated daily menus in alignment with nutritional standards set by the school district.
  • Assisted in preparing large quantities of meals for students and staff daily.
  • Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work stations and equipment, complying with regulatory procedures.
  • Taught kitchen staff about proper nutrition, food allergies and dietary issues.

Personal Assistant to the Owner

Hilton Co
New Bern
05.1995 - 11.2014
  • Managed executive calendar and scheduled appointments for the owner.
  • Maintained confidential files and organized important documents effectively.
  • Handled confidential documents with discretion when required by the Owner.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing mail, email, and faxes.
  • Screened phone calls and emails to prioritize requests from clients or colleagues.
  • Ran errands to help with daily tasks, enabling employer to focus on more pressing duties.
  • Managed household inventory and maintenance schedules.
  • Organized work projects around client's house.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy

Craven Community College
New Bern, NC
05-2021

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary

Carteret Community College
Morehead City, NC

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary

Lenior Community College
Kinston, NC

Skills

  • Blood collection
  • Infection control
  • Patient preparation
  • Patient relationship management
  • Quality assurance
  • Team collaboration
  • Geriatric phlebotomy
  • Venipuncture and capillary puncture
  • Patient care
  • HIPAA compliance

Accomplishments

Zero rate contamination for blood cultures

Staff trainer for new hires

Charge person overnights

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Carolina East Medical Center
08.2021 - Current

CNA

Home Instead
01.2018 - 08.2021

Cook Shift Leader

Craven County Schools
08.2011 - 02.2018

Personal Assistant to the Owner

Hilton Co
05.1995 - 11.2014

Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy

Craven Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary

Carteret Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary

Lenior Community College

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