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Bertha Thomas

Beulah,MS

Summary

Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience at Divine Connection Health Care Provider, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated compassion and empathy while ensuring HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety, contributing to efficient care delivery and improved patient outcomes.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Divine Connection Health Care Provider
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and dignity.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
  • Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and medical equipment to ensure hygiene standards.
  • Supported healthcare team in implementing care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for seamless communication.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance overall patient care delivery.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Delta Health Center
10.2023 - Current
  • Collected blood specimens using venipuncture and capillary techniques ensuring patient comfort.
  • Maintained accurate records of procedures and patient information in electronic health systems.
  • Assisted with laboratory tests by preparing samples for analysis under strict quality control standards.
  • Provided exceptional patient care through effective communication and empathetic support during procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures within clinical settings.
  • Evaluated and implemented strategies for reducing patient wait times and enhancing service efficiency.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by maintaining a calm and professional demeanor during blood draw procedures.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Evaluated and determined the most appropriate venipuncture site to minimize patient discomfort during blood collection procedures.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Upheld strict confidentiality standards to protect sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Reduced patient wait times with efficient scheduling and timely blood draws.

CNA

Prigram Rest Health Care
03.2010 - 08.2015
  • Collected blood specimens using venipuncture and capillary techniques ensuring patient comfort.
  • Maintained accurate records of procedures and patient information in electronic health systems.
  • Assisted with laboratory tests by preparing samples for analysis under strict quality control standards.
  • Provided exceptional patient care through effective communication and empathetic support during procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures within clinical settings.
  • Evaluated and implemented strategies for reducing patient wait times and enhancing service efficiency.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by maintaining a calm and professional demeanor during blood draw procedures.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Evaluated and determined the most appropriate venipuncture site to minimize patient discomfort during blood collection procedures.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Upheld strict confidentiality standards to protect sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Reduced patient wait times with efficient scheduling and timely blood draws.

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

UMMC Hospital
04.2019 - 10.2022

1.Performed quality control procedures to validate test results according to established standards. Calibrated and performed routine maintenance to keep laboratory equipment in satisfactory condition. Clean and sterilized lab area tools and equipment. Maintain patient, specimen and tracking data using laboratory computer systems. Coordinated prioritization, receipt and delivery of laboratory specimens. Operated equipment analyze bodily fluids for anomalies. Performed complete blood counts using automated hematology analyzer.

Education

No Degree -

Hines Community College
Raymond

High School Diploma - Human Biology

West Bolivar High School
Rosedale, MS
05.1990

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Bathing assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Feeding assistance
  • Basic life support
  • Maintaining confidentiality

Timeline

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Delta Health Center
10.2023 - Current

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

UMMC Hospital
04.2019 - 10.2022

CNA

Prigram Rest Health Care
03.2010 - 08.2015

CNA

Divine Connection Health Care Provider

No Degree -

Hines Community College

High School Diploma - Human Biology

West Bolivar High School