Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Shanel Felton

Columbus,GA

Summary

Certified Nursing Assistant/Phlebotomist looking to obtain employment in the medical field as a phlebotomist. I am a detail-oriented, fully certified phlebotomist with extensive knowledge of specimen collection, vitals, routine venipuncture and policies and procedures on kids and adults. Seeking to obtain a responsible position as a phlebotomist in a facility where my knowledge and experience can be utilized as well as enhanced. Professional Accomplishments Venipunctures and Capillary Puncture assisted in the care and treatment of blood collection. Knowledgeable of Medical Terminology, Urine Cultures and FOBT( Fecal Occult Blood Test). CPR & BLS certified.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Dominion Diagnostics
12.2022 - 03.2025
  • Maintained sterile environments for safe and effective sample collection, reducing contamination risks.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by maintaining a calm and professional demeanor during blood draw procedures.
  • Effectively placed lab orders per physicians request
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
  • Improved overall lab operations through meticulous record-keeping of patient demographics, test requests, and specimen data.

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

St Francis Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Maintained strict patient confidentiality to adhere to HIPAA regulations and avoid data compromises.
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
  • Verified collection orders and communicated discrepancies to nurses.
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
  • Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
  • Promoted blood specimen integrity for laboratory testing using accurate selection of collection tubes and correct technique.
  • Transported specimens following established protocol for temperature and light.
  • Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.

CNA

Muscogee Manor
02.2019 - 02.2020
  • Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
  • Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.

PCA

Rescare Home Healthcare
02.2017 - 02.2019
  • Assisted clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming
  • Worked closely with high profile clients to provide one on one administrative support, including estate management, household management and property management
  • Liaised between doctors and patients about care plans, progress and changing health conditions

Education

Certified Phlebotomist -

First Step Health Agency
06.2021

High School Diploma -

Central High School
05.2016

Skills

  • Respiratory equipment training

  • Monitoring fluids

  • Collecting vital signs

  • Collecting specimens

  • Clinical & communication skills

  • Medical Team Collaboration

  • Accuracy of charts and records

  • Medical Terminology

  • First AID/CPR

  • Patient relations

  • Drawing Blood

  • Therapeutic Phlebotomy

  • Blood Culturing

  • Hemoglobin Testing

  • Blood Alcohol Testing

  • Time management

  • Attention to detail

  • Record keeping

  • Data entry

  • Order of draw mastery

  • Specimen transportation

  • Pediatric phlebotomy

  • Specimen labeling procedures

  • Sample and specimen collection

Timeline

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Dominion Diagnostics
12.2022 - 03.2025

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

St Francis Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2022

CNA

Muscogee Manor
02.2019 - 02.2020

PCA

Rescare Home Healthcare
02.2017 - 02.2019

High School Diploma -

Central High School

Certified Phlebotomist -

First Step Health Agency

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Shanel Felton