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CAROL RILEY

Houston,TX

Summary

To obtain a entry level position as a Phlebotomist so that I can utilize my existing skills that provide me with the opportunity for professional growth based on performance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Techician (Medical Care Line)

Micheal E. Debakey VA Medical Center
Houston, TX
02.2022 - Current
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and exercising
  • Respond to call lights to assist patients with their needs
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
  • Monitor and chart fluid intake and output to stay current on patient condition
  • Experience with the removal of Foley Catheter's and Iv's
  • Assessed patients to identify lacerations, contusions, and other physical symptoms in need of further attention
  • Ensure the patient is in a well maintained environment, clean, safe, and orderly environment
  • Perform Foley and Peri Care
  • Perform Bladder Scan when necessary
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
  • Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
  • Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
  • Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
  • Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
  • Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
  • Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
  • Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
  • Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
  • Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
  • Interacted with patients to gather and record data prior to blood draws.
  • Performed EKG tests on patients of all age

Patient Care Technician

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, TX
05.2018 - 12.2021
  • Experience in the Telemetry Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Dept
  • Obtained patients vital signs as well as monitor pulse, respirations, and blood pressure
  • Provide all daily tasks as needed
  • Empty and measure Colostomy and Ileostomy output
  • Empty and measure Foley Cather output
  • Experience in the removal of Foley Catheter and IV's
  • Perform Foley and Peri Care
  • Perform Bladder scan when necessary
  • Ensures the patient environment is maintained in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
  • Assist patients with personal cate, ambulation and general patient care needs
  • Accurately record all information collected on patients and promptly report any changes
  • Access patients to identify lacerations, contusions, and other physical symptoms in need of further attention

Healthcare Provider

HOLISTIC HOME CARE NURSING
Houston, TX
04.2012 - Current
  • Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
  • Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients.
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Obtained patients vital signs as well as monitor pulse, respirations. and blood pressure
  • Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
  • Provided sterilized wound care when needed

Part Time

Hours work per week-20 Hours

Bus Driver/Road Supervisor

Metrolift
Houston, TX
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Enforced strict safety rules and regulations to protect workers and minimize company liability.
  • Handled personnel hiring, performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
  • Dispatched personnel and vehicles in response to telephone or radio reports of emergencies.
  • Addressed problems head-on and worked with customers, personnel and supervisors to resolve concerns.
  • Inspected equipment, facilities and vehicles regularly to assess safety.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.

Full Time

Hours worked: 40 hours per week

Healthcare Provider

STAR HEALTHCARE
Houston, TX
12.2007 - 02.2016
  • Assisted clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Obtained vital signs on patient and report any changes to the staff nurse on patient conditions
  • Managed patient transportation and appointment scheduling.
  • Mopped floors, vacuumed, washed dishes and performed other household chores to assist clients.
  • Transported clients to doctor's appointments
  • Provide meals that meet nutritional needs
  • Provide medications at the correct time
  • Provide sterilized wound care when needed

Part Time

Hours per week-25

Firewatch/Holewatch

Certified Safety Specialist
League City, Tx
08.2007 - 11.2007
  • Monitored areas when welders were working and where other heat-related tasks were occurring.
  • Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
  • Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
  • Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
  • Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
  • Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions.
  • Assisted the welder's with spark containment to prevent fire
  • Cleaned all construction areas to avoid hazards

Full Time

Hours per week-40 hours

Credit Counselor

FOLEY'S
Houston, TX
12.2003 - 07.2007
  • Accepted and processed customer payments and applied toward account balances.
  • Evaluated client situations and recommended optimal products to meet individual needs.
  • Calculated clients' available monthly income to meet debt obligations.
  • Answered client questions about factors affecting credit and recommended suggestions to improve credit scores.

Full Time

Hours per week-40 hours

Education

Certified Nurse Aide

Texas Health Schools
2017

GED -

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
02.2005

Skills

Certification: PHLEBOTOMY

Houston Community College

GED

Houston Community College Houston, TX,

References

Mrs. Bright

Nursing, Professor

713-236-1111

Personal Information

Continuing education in furthering my knowledge in the health field in which I am very goal oriented and passionate about

Skills

Interpersonal Social Media communication and interpersonal relationship building

COmputer

Additional Information

  • Continuing education in furthering my knowledge in the health field in which I am very goal oriented and passionate about

Timeline

Health Techician (Medical Care Line)

Micheal E. Debakey VA Medical Center
02.2022 - Current

Patient Care Technician

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
05.2018 - 12.2021

Bus Driver/Road Supervisor

Metrolift
08.2016 - 05.2017

Healthcare Provider

HOLISTIC HOME CARE NURSING
04.2012 - Current

Healthcare Provider

STAR HEALTHCARE
12.2007 - 02.2016

Firewatch/Holewatch

Certified Safety Specialist
08.2007 - 11.2007

Credit Counselor

FOLEY'S
12.2003 - 07.2007

Certified Nurse Aide

Texas Health Schools

GED -

Houston Community College
CAROL RILEY