Keelia Busciacco
Woodbury,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Phlebotomist and Mental Health Associate from Hampton Behavioral Health Center, adept in venipuncture and crisis intervention, enhanced patient care through meticulous attention to detail and excellent communication. Achieved high standards in COVID-19 testing and improved patient outcomes by cross-training in laboratory tasks and leading psychoeducational groups.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist Technician/Laboratory Technician
Hampton Behavioral Health Center
07.2021 - 08.2024
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by processing, labeling, and storing specimens according to established protocols.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Improved team productivity by cross-training in various laboratory tasks, including centrifugation, urinalysis, and recordkeeping.
- Achieved successful venipunctures even in challenging situations such as pediatric or geriatric patients with difficult veins.
- Ensured timely test results by coordinating with medical staff for proper specimen handling and transport.
- Upheld HIPAA compliance through careful management of confidential patient records and lab results.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing EKG testing and analyzing results.
- Assisted in the identification of abnormal heart conditions by recognizing irregularities in patient's heart rhythms during EKG readings.
- Maintained high-quality standards for COVID-19 PCR testing results by implementing rigorous quality control measures.
- Performed daily COVID-19 PCR and Rapid testing means on both employees and patients ranging from adolescent to geriatric.
Mental Health Associate
Hampton Behavioral Health Center
07.2015 - 07.2021
- Maintained a safe environment for all residents by implementing risk management protocols when needed.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed, intervening promptly to address immediate safety concerns and connecting individuals with appropriate care.
- Supported clients through crisis situations, utilizing de-escalation techniques and appropriate interventions to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care, optimizing patient outcomes and overall satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate records and adhering to confidentiality guidelines.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2015
Skills
Venipuncture
Data Entry
Infection Control
Patient Care
Customer Service
Certified in CPR/AED
Time Management
Problem-Solving
Reliability
Excellent Communication
Timeline
Phlebotomist Technician/Laboratory Technician
Hampton Behavioral Health Center
07.2021 - 08.2024
Mental Health Associate
Hampton Behavioral Health Center
07.2015 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Temple University
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