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Patricia Kirschbaum

Williamsburg

Summary

Healthcare professional with extensive experience at Beckett Springs, specializing in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Demonstrated expertise in specimen collection and inventory management, coupled with strong communication skills. Certified phlebotomy technician proficient in laboratory procedures, ensuring high-quality patient care and strict adherence to HIPAA regulations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

PCA

Beckett Springs
West Chester
08.2024 - Current
  • Obtain patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Assist with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Gave reminders about hygiene practices like brushing teeth or combing hair.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.

Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

Brightview Health
Georgetown
03.2022 - 08.2024
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
  • Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.

Home Health Aide

Helping Hands
Montgomery
07.2021 - 01.2022
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to physician or nurse.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
  • Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
  • Provided respite care services for family members who need relief from caring for their ill relative.
  • Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
  • Assisted clients with mobility issues by providing support for walking, transferring from bed to chair.
  • Demonstrated compassion and respect for all clients while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Science

Southern State Community College
Mount Orab, OH

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Specimen collection
  • Inventory management
  • Medical terminology
  • Laboratory procedures
  • Team collaboration
  • Electronic charting
  • Biological specimen handling
  • Emotional support
  • Heartsaver first aid CPR AED (first aid CPR AED)
  • Laboratory testing
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Certified phlebotomy technician
  • Behavior redirection
  • Infection control
  • Inpatient care
  • Observation documentation
  • Empathy and compassionate care
  • Patient-focused care
  • Personal care aide (PCA)
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Activities of daily living ADL support
  • Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
  • EMR updating
  • Body mechanics knowledge

Certification

  • Certified Phlebotomist
  • CPI Certified
  • CPR Certified

Timeline

PCA

Beckett Springs
08.2024 - Current

Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

Brightview Health
03.2022 - 08.2024

Home Health Aide

Helping Hands
07.2021 - 01.2022

Some College (No Degree) - Science

Southern State Community College

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