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CYNTHIA MUSNI

HAINESVILLE,Illinois

Summary

Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 40 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis. Dependable PHLEBOTOMIST effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality control and patient care standards. Adept in variety of software applications for EMR maintenance.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomist

Alverno Clinical Laboratories
02.1984 - Current
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
  • Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated on latest phlebotomy techniques and safety standards.
  • Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.

Phlebotomist

Northwest Community Hospital
Arlington, Illinois
06.1982 - 02.2019

Performed phlebotomy both outpatients and inpatients.

Centrifuge blood samples as outlined in clinical settings.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Americana Nursing home
Arlington, Illinois
01.1979 - 03.1982
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

Education

Associate of Science - Medical Technology

UNIVERSITY OF STO THOMAS
PHILIPPINES
08.1976

Skills

  • Venipuncture
  • Order of draw
  • Patient care
  • Specimen handling
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Blood collection techniques
  • Blood collection
  • Sample labeling
  • Multi-sample collection
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Communication
  • Customer service
  • Butterfly venipuncture
  • Finger stick method
  • Specimen collection
  • Data confidentiality
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Workload management

Certification

  • Licensed Phlebotomist - [State] Department of Health Services.

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Alverno Clinical Laboratories
02.1984 - Current

Phlebotomist

Northwest Community Hospital
06.1982 - 02.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Americana Nursing home
01.1979 - 03.1982

Associate of Science - Medical Technology

UNIVERSITY OF STO THOMAS
CYNTHIA MUSNI