Lillie Drain
Wade ,OK
Summary
Dedicated phlebotomist with expertise in venipuncture and patient care at Texoma Medical Center. Recognized for implementing process improvements that reduced wait times and enhanced patient comfort through compassionate communication. Proficient in specimen handling and HIPAA compliance, ensuring accurate and timely results while maintaining a high standard of safety and cleanliness.
Overview
2
2
year of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Texoma Medical Center
Denison
10.2024 - Current
- Collected blood samples accurately following established protocols and infection control procedures.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis, ensuring proper labeling and documentation of each sample.
- Assisted patients with pre- and post-procedure instructions to enhance comfort and understanding of processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of phlebotomy area, adhering to safety standards at all times.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care and improve overall service delivery.
- Trained new staff on phlebotomy techniques, emphasizing best practices for efficiency and patient care.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced the efficiency of sample collection workflows within the department.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment, ensuring patient safety.
- Improved patient comfort and trust with compassionate communication and professional bedside manner.
- Identified veins suitable for venipuncture with precision, minimizing discomfort for patients.
- Contributed to maintenance of patient records, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information was available for healthcare providers.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the phlebotomy department through active participation in team meetings and effective communication with colleagues.
- Contributed to a reduction in wait times by quickly assessing patient needs, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and efficiently completing blood draw procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bells Highschool
Bells, TXCertification -
Lonestar Phlebotomy
Sherman, TXSkills
Venipuncture
Order of draw
Patient care
Specimen handling
Butterfly needle technique
Sample and specimen collection
HIPAA compliance
Patient confidentiality
Venipuncture expertise
Blood collection techniques
Specimen labeling procedures
HIPAA
Patient support
Blood culture collection
Infection control
Syringe method
Geriatric phlebotomy
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Texoma Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bells Highschool
Certification -
Lonestar Phlebotomy