Sable Witherspoon
Winston-Salem,NC
Summary
Accomplished Phlebotomist with a proven track record at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, excelling in patient care and specimen handling. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient experience through effective communication and compassionate care, while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA and infection control protocols. Skilled in venipuncture and stress management, ensuring high accuracy and efficiency in fast-paced environments. Dependable phlebotomist effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level licensed practical nurse position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomisst
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Phlebotomist
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Phlebotomist
High Point Regional Hospital
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
Education
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-salem, NC07.2024
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Mount Eagle College
Winston-Salem, NC08.2014
High School Diploma -
Carve High School
Winston-Salem, NC05.2004
Skills
Venipuncture
Order of draw
Patient Care
Specimen handling
HIPAA Compliance
Patient confidentiality
Communication abilities
Patient support
Specimen Preparation
Medical terminology knowledge
Infection Control
Recording data
Customer Service
Attention to Detail
Decision-Making
Certified in CPR/AED
Goal Minded
Workload Management
Stress Management
Certification
CNA II
CPR/BLS
Community Service
Second Harvest Food Bank Volunteer
Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club volunteer
Clinical Rotations:
Novant Health
Davie Medical Center
Timeline
Phlebotomisst
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
08.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital
09.2022 - 08.2023
Phlebotomist
High Point Regional Hospital
05.2021 - 09.2022
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
Forsyth Technical Community College
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Mount Eagle College
High School Diploma -
Carve High School
CNA II
CPR/BLS
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