Kate Drawe
Litchfield,MI
Summary
Experienced with utilizing advanced echocardiography techniques to assess cardiac health. Uses detailed anatomical knowledge to provide precise diagnostic information. Knowledge of patient care and communication to ensure accurate and compassionate service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer
Oaklawn Hospital
Marshall, MI
10.2023 - Current
- Achieved greater diagnostic accuracy through close attention to detail when capturing precise measurements during echocardiograms.
- Educated patients on procedure processes, alleviating anxiety and promoting a more relaxed experience during examinations.
- Provided outstanding patient care by addressing questions or concerns regarding ultrasound procedures before exams took place.
- Established a positive rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust between patients and healthcare providers.
- Supported colleagues by providing backup assistance during high patient volume periods, ensuring timely completion of all exams.
- Help keep rooms clean and stocked throughout the day.
Phlebotomist
Hillsdale Hospital
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Handle and take care of specimens for the Lab Techs.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies along with stocking the front and back lab.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and injury.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Provided guidance and support to laboratory personnel.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Handled insurance verification tasks using Evident to validate patient insurance information.
Team Associate
Walmart
08.2017 - 08.2022
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Created appealing displays for routine arrangements and special promotions.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
- Assisted with inventory counts and stocking of merchandise.
- Monitored and verified all merchandise was properly priced and labeled.
- Trained new employees, instructing each in use of machinery, standard operating procedures and company policies.
Food Service Worker
Arbys Restaurant
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Mopped floors and clean restrooms.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiac Sonography
Jackson College
Jackson, MI12.2023
High School Diploma -
North Adams-Jerome High School
05.2018
Skills
- Health Education
- Patient Confidentiality
- Sanitation and Sterilization
- Patient Identification
- Biohazard Waste Disposal
- HIPAA
- Compassionate Care
- PPE Compliance
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Adult Echocardiography Registry Examination AE(RDCS)-Adult Echocardiography credential from the ARDMS.
Skills
- Ultrasound examination
- Self-Motivated
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer
Oaklawn Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
Hillsdale Hospital
08.2022 - 09.2023
Team Associate
Walmart
08.2017 - 08.2022
Food Service Worker
Arbys Restaurant
06.2017 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
North Adams-Jerome High School
Associate of Applied Science - Cardiac Sonography
Jackson College