Dana Cook
Marion,IL
Summary
Experienced Phlebotomist bringing many years of experience. Expert in venipuncture, capillary puncture, and special collections. Skilled in accurately collecting specimens for quick testing and diagnostic turnaround. Team-oriented in training clinical staff on proper venipuncture techniques.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Phlebotomist
Deaconess IL Clinic
Marion, IL
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- 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.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
Phlebotomist
Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and reordered stock as necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new phlebotomy staff.
Phlebotomist
Hardin County General Hospital
Rosiclare, IL
06.2013 - 08.2023
- 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.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Calibrated equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Reported any abnormal results or trends to supervisor or laboratory manager.
- 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.
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
- Collaborated with laboratory personnel to resolve specimen issues.
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws with precision on patients of varying ages and health statuses.
- Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent infection and cross-contamination during blood collection.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and reordered stock as necessary.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to minimize wait times.
- Handled special collection procedures, including therapeutic phlebotomy and drug testing.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new phlebotomy staff.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
- Treated blood-related chronic disorders by performing therapeutic phlebotomy.
Education
Phlebotomy Certificate - Phlebotomy
Southeastern IL College
Carmi, IL05-2010
High School Diploma -
Hardin County K-12
Elizabethtown, IL05-1998
Skills
- Blood collection
- Paperwork Processing
- Specimen Preparation
- Venipuncture
- Data Entry
- Patient confidentiality
- Hemoglobin Testing
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Specimen collection and storage
- HIPAA
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Proper labeling
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Therapeutic phlebotomy
- HIPAA Compliance
- On-site testing
- Sample and specimen collection
- Specimen handling
- Patient preparation
Certification
Ascp Phlebotomy license
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Phlebotomist
Deaconess IL Clinic
10.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
03.2022 - 11.2023
Phlebotomist
Hardin County General Hospital
06.2013 - 08.2023
Phlebotomy Certificate - Phlebotomy
Southeastern IL College
High School Diploma -
Hardin County K-12