Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 20 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant adept at bathing, grooming and feeding elderly and disabled patients. Familiar with advanced medical terminology and procedures.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
ComForCare Health Care
12.2020 - 02.2024
Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
CNA
ComForcare Home Care
01.2016 - 10.2020
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
CNA
Homestead Senior Care
06.2009 - 11.2015
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Phlebotomist
American Care Medical Center
03.2003 - 04.2009
Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
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