Elizabeth Hall

Phlebotomy duties including working with patients in neuro trauma, pre and post surgical care, and transplants including collections of specimens for urinalysis, checking vital signs and doing EKGs.

• Drew blood on a multitude of patients for peak and trough levels for pharmaceutical studies.
• Entering data into patient records and communicating with medical staff.
• Took and recorded patient's vital signs.
• Did EKGs as ordered.
• Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
• Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.

• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
• Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
• 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.
• Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
• Performed surgical dressing changes as ordered using sterile technique.
• Set up traction on orthopedic patients.
• Did insertion and removal of foley catheters and performed routine catheter care to prevent infection.
• Removed IV catheters as ordered.
• Performed venipunctures and heel sticks in the NICU on seriously ill infants
• Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.