Megan Towe
Canton,NC
Summary
Certified Nurse assistant with 8 years experience in a variety of patient care settings for all age groups. Competent Phlebotomy Technician with 3 years of experience working in high-volume offices and fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomy
Mission Hospital / Internal Transfer
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Collected blood samples from minimum of 40 patients per day using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
CNA
Asheville Specialty Hospital / HCA
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Answered call lights and supported up to 15 patients per day providing comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Custodian
Haywood County Schools
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Spent 5 hours per day maintaining clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Vero Health and Rehabilitation, PRN
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Answered call lights and supported up to 20 patients per day providing comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Amazon Flex
Amazon.Inc
03.2021 - 01.2022
- delivering Amazon packages with AmazonFlex. This was considered self-employment position.
Phlebotomy
The Family Health Centers
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Drawing blood in a lab for a doctors office
- Allscript software
- Finger sticks
- Venipuncture
- Urine
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Addressed questions and concerns to educate patients on collection process and procedures.
Phlebotomist
KEYSTONE LABORATORIES
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Performing blood draws for Antibody Testing and 2020Nasopharyngeal swabs for COVID19
- Creating SOP and other educational materials for the phlebotomy department
- Assessing the Integrity of specimens received in our lab from clients and placing the order in to LabTech system and preparing for our carrier to pick up
- Scheduling appointments housekeeping
- 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.
- 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.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Verified proper storage and transportation of specimens to laboratories.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
Cna
Haywood Regional
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Nursing, Nurse Aide
Stone Creek
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
- Environmental Services
- Medical Terminology
- Caregiving
- Critical Care Experience
- Nasopharyngeal swabs - COVID 19 (Less than 1 year)
- Phlebotomy
- Venipuncture
- Laboratory Procedures
- Laboratory Experience
- EMR Systems
- Laundry
- Certifications and Licenses
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Housekeeper
Rathbun House
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Mission was bought out by HCA healthcare and the rathbun house wants to stay non proffer they offered the job
- I have been at this location since March 2019.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Restocked towels and amenities in bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen spaces.
- Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
- Swept high ceilings, tight spaces and around furniture to remove built up dust and cobwebs.
- Washed and put away kitchen dishes, utensils and glassware.
EVS Housekeeping, Mission hospital
02.2019 - 05.2019
- I clean, rooms and ancillary areas based on hospital standards
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Flashers of Fairview
09.2015 - 10.2017
- Vitals recording intake of food and fluids Making Beds Feeding residents
- Assisting with daily activities (ADLs): Dressing, bathing, using rest room or changing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.cared for up to 30 patients per day. More is short staffed.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Education
Certificate in Phlebotomy -
Haywood Community College
Clyde, NC06.2020
Certified Nurse Assistant - Certificate
AbTech
Asheville, NC07.2015
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School
Norcross, GA01.2008
Skills
- Urinalysis Testing
- Multitasking Abilities
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Phlebotomy procedures
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (8 years)
- phlebotomy (3Years)
- CPR
Additional Information
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
CPR / BLS
Current certification 12/2022
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomy
Mission Hospital / Internal Transfer
04.2023 - 06.2023
CNA
Asheville Specialty Hospital / HCA
12.2022 - 04.2023
Custodian
Haywood County Schools
08.2022 - 11.2022
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Vero Health and Rehabilitation, PRN
02.2022 - 07.2022
Amazon Flex
Amazon.Inc
03.2021 - 01.2022
Phlebotomy
The Family Health Centers
09.2020 - 03.2021
Phlebotomist
KEYSTONE LABORATORIES
05.2020 - 09.2020
Cna
Haywood Regional
08.2019 - 12.2019
Nursing, Nurse Aide
Stone Creek
07.2019 - 09.2019
Housekeeper
Rathbun House
05.2019 - 07.2019
EVS Housekeeping, Mission hospital
02.2019 - 05.2019
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Flashers of Fairview
09.2015 - 10.2017
Certificate in Phlebotomy -
Haywood Community College
Certified Nurse Assistant - Certificate
AbTech
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School
- Certified Nursing Assistant (8 years)
- phlebotomy (3Years)
- CPR
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