Ashley colabaugh
Summary
Compassionate and detail-orientated healthcare professional with experience in patient assessment, venipuncture, and clinical monitoring. Skilled in evaluation and documenting in Epic, with a strong ability to recognize and respond to patient reactions. Experienced in operating certain medical equipment, training staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Seeking to leverage clinical skills and patient-centered focus in a Registered Nurse role.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
St. Lukes
08.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, consistently improving patient satisfaction and comfort.
- Supported patient flow by preparing patients, entering orders, verifying demographics, and accurately updating information in Epic.
- Performed EKGs, throat cultures, and nasal swabs.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation to support clinical workflows and data integrity.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary punctures with high accuracy and efficiency.
- Followed St. Luke's patient identification protocol with 100% accuracy, ensuring correct labeling and specimen integrity.
- Documented all orders, collections, and specimen details accurately in Epic in real time.
- Assisted in training new staff on phlebotomy procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
Phlebotomist
CSL Plasma
06.2020 - 07.2023
- Performed high-volume venipuncture.
- Ensured accurate labeling, specimen integrity, and documentation, supporting high-quality plasma collection.
- Provided continuous patient monitoring throughout the plasmapheresis process, evaluating for early signs of adverse reactions, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Operated and maintained plasmapheresis equipment, demonstrating strong technical proficiency, and the ability to troubleshoot alarms, flow disruptions, and machine errors to maintain safe patient care.
- Educated donors on the procedure, post-care expectations, hydration, protein requirements, and safety, building strong patient communication and health teaching skills.
- Trained and mentored new staff on equipment operation, patient safety protocols, and clinical workflow.
- Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated on best practices and industry advancements.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
St. Lukes School of Nursing
Bethlehem, PA08-2025
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Lincoln Technical Institute
Allentown, PA05-2020
High School Diploma -
Connections Academy
Bethlehem, PA06-2012
Skills
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Specimen handling, processing and labeling
- Infection control and aseptic technique
- Recognition of adverse reactions
- Epic EHR documentation
- Patient education
- Communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professionalism
Certification
- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant
Timeline
Phlebotomist
St. Lukes
08.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
CSL Plasma
06.2020 - 07.2023
Diploma - Nursing
St. Lukes School of Nursing
Diploma - Medical Assisting
Lincoln Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Connections Academy