Kimberly Cano
Merced,CA
Summary
Dedicated Phlebotomist with extensive experience at Merced Vein and Vascular, specializing in specimen processing and patient assessment. Demonstrated success in improving patient cooperation and safety through strong communication and critical thinking skills. Certified in CPR/AED, consistently upholding high-quality standards and strict adherence to HIPAA regulations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Merced Vein and Vascular
Merced, CA
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Handled special collection procedures, including therapeutic phlebotomy and drug testing.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Screened prospective donors by conducting interviews, obtaining medical histories, and measuring vital signs.
- Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
Monitor Technician
Mercy Medical Center Merced
Merced, CA
02.2001 - 09.2023
- Adjusted settings or positions of medical equipment.
- Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Performed equipment diagnostics, troubleshooting and evaluations.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Performed basic clerical duties such as filing, copying, and faxing documents related to patient care.
- Assisted nurses in monitoring patient vital signs and documenting changes.
- Maintained accurate records of patient observations and reported any abnormal findings to the nurse in charge.
- Observed cardiac monitors for arrhythmias or other irregularities.
- Initiated emergency response protocols when necessary.
- Compared measurements of heart wall thickness and chamber sizes to evaluate conditions and identify abnormalities.
- Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.
- Monitored patients' blood pressure, heart rate, respiration rate, temperature and oxygen saturation levels using specialized equipment.
Education
GED -
Merced Adult School
Merced10-1992
Skills
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Specimen processing
- Patient assessment
- Quality control
- Electronic medical records
- Vital signs monitoring
- Heartsaver first aid (first aid)
- Written communication
- Certified in CPR/AED
- HIPAA regulations
- Cardiac monitoring
- Emergency response
- Data documentation
- Patient safety
- Critical thinking
- Cardiovascular Procedures
- Vitals monitoring
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Merced Vein and Vascular
06.2024 - 02.2025
Monitor Technician
Mercy Medical Center Merced
02.2001 - 09.2023
GED -
Merced Adult School
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