Mercedes Birschbach
BioLife Plasma Services
Oshkosh,WI
13
years of professional experience
Diligent Phlebotomist with strong background in blood and plasma from healthy adult donors. Skilled in educating donors and public on therapeutic products derived from plasma, screening process, and laboratory policies.
Work History
Lead Technician
5 Years- Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining and motivating employees.
- Managed daily activities, assigned tasks to specific staff members and utilized proven management techniques to cut work flow downtime and maximize revenues.
- Planned, scheduled and delegated daily work to team of employees.
Phlebotomist
8 Years 9 Months- Obtained blood specimens by performing 30 venipunctures and finger sticks
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
CNA
2 Years 11 Months- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering medications, treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for average of 40 patients per sift in assisted living facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of changes.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Passed Medications
CNA
10 Months- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for average of 40 patients per shift in facility, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Nurse's informed of changes.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Patient confidentiality
Specimen Labeling Procedures
Recording Data
Patient Care
Venipuncture
Time management
Sample prep
Organized
Timeline
Lead Technician
BioLife
09.2021 - CurrentRead More
Phlebotomist
BioLife Plasma Services
12.2017 - CurrentRead More
CNA
Maple Crest Manor
01.2015 - 12.2017Read More
CNA
Christian Home And Rehabilitation Center
03.2014 - 01.2015Read More
Waupun Area Senior High School
High School Diploma
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