Dreanna Bell
Atlantic
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared to bring compassion and efficiency to caregiving roles. Extensive background in providing personal care and emotional support, ensuring client comfort and safety. Known for strong collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability to meet client needs. Skilled in managing diverse care plans and building trust with clients and their families.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Allen Place
Atlantic, IA
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing quality of life and independence.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to meet individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and care activities for reporting purposes.
- Advocated for client needs within multidisciplinary teams to improve overall care delivery.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Phlebotomist/EKG Technician
Nebraska Medicine Bellevue
Bellevue, NE
12.2024 - Current
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and sample data for laboratory processing.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to prepare patients for procedures, enhancing overall experience.
- Adhered to infection control policies and protocols to maintain a sterile environment.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
ED Technician
Clarinda Regional Health Center
Clarinda, IA
05.2025 - 01.2026
- Administered patient care and support in fast-paced emergency department environment.
- Assisted medical staff with procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately in EMR systems.
- Coordinated patient flow and prioritized cases to optimize emergency response times.
- Expedited patient flow through the ED by effectively managing caseloads, anticipating needs, and allocating resources accordingly.
- Ensured patient safety with strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Promptly responded to critical situations, assisting in life-saving interventions like CPR administration and defibrillation techniques.
- Enhanced emergency department efficiency by triaging patients according to severity of condition and prioritizing medical needs.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
Phlebotomist
Cass Health
Atlantic, Ia
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Collected blood samples from patients using venipuncture and capillary techniques.
- Processed specimens for laboratory analysis, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation to support lab operations.
- Assisted in training new staff on phlebotomy procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and improve service delivery.
- 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.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
CNA
The New Homestead
Guthrie Center, Ia
11.2022 - 05.2023
- On-Call Elderly Patient care
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and safety in daily activities.
- Assisted with personal hygiene and grooming, promoting dignity and respect for residents.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in health status to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities, enhancing communication among healthcare providers.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to improved health outcomes for residents.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
CNA
Care Initiatives
Atlantic, Ia
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Trained new staff on best practices in resident care and safety protocols, fostering a supportive environment.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
CNA Certification -
CPR Certification - undefined
BLS Certification
Dependent Child And Adult Abuse Certifications
Phlebotomist Training - undefined
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Online
01.2021
Skills
- Caring and understanding the needs of patients and those I work with
- Hard working, detail, and goal oriented
- Elderly care
- Time management
- Respectful and compassionate
- Medical record-keeping
- Team collaboration
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Client documentation
- Verbal and written communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Patient advocacy
- Fast learner
- Clear communication
Languages
English
Timeline
Caregiver
Allen Place
07.2025 - Current
ED Technician
Clarinda Regional Health Center
05.2025 - 01.2026
Phlebotomist/EKG Technician
Nebraska Medicine Bellevue
12.2024 - Current
Phlebotomist
Cass Health
04.2023 - 02.2024
CNA
The New Homestead
11.2022 - 05.2023
CNA
Care Initiatives
05.2021 - 06.2022
CPR Certification - undefined
Phlebotomist Training - undefined
CNA Certification -
BLS Certification
Dependent Child And Adult Abuse Certifications
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Online