Nathalie Navarro
Salem,OR
Summary
Highly skilled Phlebotomist possessing relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare environments. Strong abilities in patient care, quality control and data management make for efficient and safe blood collection procedures. Demonstrated skills in building rapport with diverse patients, ensuring comfort during venipuncture processes. Previous roles have resulted in increased efficiency and improved patient satisfaction rates.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
PHLEBOTOMIST
Salem Health
Salem , OR
2021.07 - Current
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
- Verify collection orders
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
ONCOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Oregon Oncology Specialist
Salem , OR
2019.06 - 2021.07
- Ordered medical supplies as needed.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to nurses.
- Cleaned and sterilized medical equipment.
- Assisted clients with transfers
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Served drinks, snacks to patients.
STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN
Salem Health - Hospital
Salem , OR
2019.06 - 2021.05
- Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.
- Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed prior to sterilization.
- Transported sterile goods from the clean room into the operating room per procedure requirements.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
- Gathered and prepared instruments and surgical supplies.
- Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets.
- Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches.
- Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.
- Sorted incompatible sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment.
- Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.
- Cleaned instruments to prepare for sterilization.
- Stocked crash carts with appropriate medical supplies.
- Checked sterile supplies to detect outdated materials.
- Examined equipment to detect leaks, worn, or loose parts or other indications of disrepair.
CAREGIVER
Rosewood Court Residential Facility
Salem , OR
2015.07 - 2019.05
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR
Four Seasons RCF
Salem , OR
2012.10 - 2015.06
- Processed refill requests received by telephone or fax accurately and efficiently.
- Monitored expiration dates of medications stored in automated dispensing systems.
- Ensured that all medications are administered according to physician instructions.
- Conducted weekly drug regimen reviews for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained accurate records of patient's prescriptions and treatments.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from patients, family members, physicians, nurses, pharmacists or other healthcare professionals concerning medication information.
- Created reports for pharmacists on medication orders, refills, and renewals.
- Reported any adverse events or errors associated with the use of drugs to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in the medication preparation area.
- Followed protocols for disposing of expired or unused medications safely.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs..
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Education
Certification - Phlebotomy
NHCO Phlebotomy Tech School
Keizer, OR2021-11
High School Diploma -
Early Collage High School
Salem, OR2011-06
Skills
- Specimen Preparation/Blood collection
- Ambulation Assistance
- Light Housekeeping
- Paperwork Processing/Data Entry
- Venipuncture
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Toileting assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Transfer patients/Patient Lifting
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish
- Electronic Charting
- Adaptable
- Preparing meals/Feeding Assistance
- Compassionate
Timeline
PHLEBOTOMIST
Salem Health
2021.07 - Current
ONCOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Oregon Oncology Specialist
2019.06 - 2021.07
STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN
Salem Health - Hospital
2019.06 - 2021.05
CAREGIVER
Rosewood Court Residential Facility
2015.07 - 2019.05
ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR
Four Seasons RCF
2012.10 - 2015.06
Certification - Phlebotomy
NHCO Phlebotomy Tech School
High School Diploma -
Early Collage High School
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