Empathetic CNA/Phlebotomist commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration and unprecedented patient relations. Team player capable of interacting with patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant /Patient Care Assistant
The University Of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, KS
01.2014 - 01.2020
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep RNs informed of changes
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
Phlebotomist
St. Luke's South Hospital
Overland Park, KS
12.2000 - 12.2013
Organized daily work based on collection priority
Followed physician orders when administering therapeutic phlebotomy
Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures
Resolved unusual test orders by contacting physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection
Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs
Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws
Education
Wright Career College
Overland Park, KS
Skills
Companionship and emotional support
Responding to emergencies
Infection control and aseptic procedures
Charting and clinical documentation
Efficient and reliable team player
CPR/First Aid Certified
Adaptable
Medical terminology knowledge
Certification
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Phlebotomist
BLS/AED
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant /Patient Care Assistant