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Patricia Alonzo-Ivey

Wichita Falls,TX

Summary

Dedicated phlebotomist attentive to hospital protocols for handling blood samples and patient information. Expertise in venipuncture and capillary puncture, specimen storage and quality assurance. Consistently relieves patient anxieties through talking and explaining procedure. Skilled Phlebotomist with more than 10 years of experience in fast-paced hospitals. Expert in quickly and accurately collecting specimens using variety of venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques. Exceptional bedside manner and adept in easing patients' fears or anxieties. Committed to maintaining highest standards of safety and quality control.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Caregiver

Care Team
Wichita Falls, TX
05.2020 - Current
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing such tasks as bathing and toileting, effectively reducing daily burden on family members
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
  • Interacted kindly with patient and family and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis.

Phlebotomist

TEXAS BLOOD INSTITUTE
Wichita Falls, TX
03.2020 - Current
  • Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation
  • Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods
  • Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks several times per day
  • Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Phlebotomist

Community Health Care Center
Wichita Falls, Texas
09.2020 - 09.2024
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
  • Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
  • Calibrated equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
  • Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
  • Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
  • Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
  • Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
  • Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
  • Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Advanced Rehabilitation & Health Center
Vernon, TX
06.2018 - 02.2020
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments
  • Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of changes
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.

Family Coordinator

North Texas State Hospital
Vernon, TX
06.2005 - 02.2018
  • Managed inventory by verifying and signing for delivery dockets, ordering supplies, checking quality and performing daily inventory counts
  • Assisted families by welcoming guests to facility, making sure their stay was welcoming
  • Answered telephone calls and emails per to assist families in making reservations
  • Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from families and various other callers seeking general information
  • Kept family center clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression
  • Greeted incoming families professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
  • Managed office inventory by restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted
  • Interacted with families professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and directed to desired staff members.

Phlebotomy Technician

Wilbarger General Hospital
Vemon, TX
04.2009 - 04.2014
  • Followed physician orders when administering therapeutic phlebotomy
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
  • Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection
  • Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts
  • Collected fluid or tissue samples by using appropriate collection procedures, including urine and sputum collection procedures
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods
  • Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.

Education

Phlebotomy Certification I And II -

Vernon College
Vernon, TX
02.2009

Vocational Nursing -

Vernon College
Vernon, TX
12.2004

Administrative Clerk in Office Technology -

Vernon College
Vernon, TX
05.1995

Skills

  • Administering Medication
  • Patient Care
  • Cleaning
  • Filing and data archiving
  • Medical chart documentation
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Medical office administration
  • Specimen Labeling Procedures
  • Drawing Blood
  • Venipuncture
  • Phlebotomy
  • Blood Collection

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Phlebotomy Certified
  • CNA Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Community Health Care Center
09.2020 - 09.2024

Personal Caregiver

Care Team
05.2020 - Current

Phlebotomist

TEXAS BLOOD INSTITUTE
03.2020 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Advanced Rehabilitation & Health Center
06.2018 - 02.2020

Phlebotomy Technician

Wilbarger General Hospital
04.2009 - 04.2014

Family Coordinator

North Texas State Hospital
06.2005 - 02.2018

Phlebotomy Certification I And II -

Vernon College

Vocational Nursing -

Vernon College

Administrative Clerk in Office Technology -

Vernon College

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