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Accomplishments
Certification
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SHAWNA TIBBS

North Brunswick Township

Summary

Dynamic Lead Phlebotomist with extensive experience at RWJBH, excelling in venipuncture and patient care. Proven ability to enhance sample processing workflows while ensuring compliance with lab safety protocols. Skilled in training staff and maintaining patient confidentiality, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes comfort and safety.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Phlebotomist

RWJBH
04.2001 - Current
  • Assisted in performing venipunctures and capillary collections efficiently.
  • Learned proper blood draw techniques to ensure patient comfort and safety.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of phlebotomy equipment and workstations.
  • Supported data entry for patient records and lab requisitions accurately.
  • Managed daily operations, including staff scheduling, budgeting, and lab maintenance tasks.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to streamline sample processing workflows.

Phlebotomist

Ez Clinical Laboratory
01.2020 - 10.2023
  • Collected blood samples from patients using various venipuncture techniques.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for laboratory processing.
  • Trained and mentored junior phlebotomists on best practices and procedures.

Clinical Care Technician

Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
10.1997 - 04.2001
  • Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in clinical settings.
  • Assisted healthcare professionals with routine procedures and patient assessments.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to inform care plans effectively.
  • Educated patients on treatment protocols, enhancing understanding and compliance.
  • Trained new staff on clinical protocols and best practices for patient interactions.
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently conducting vital sign assessments and recording accurate data in electronic health records.

Education

FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL
Somerset, NJ

No Degree -

NURSING
New Brunswick, NJ

Skills

  • Order of draw
  • Venipuncture
  • Lab safety protocols
  • Blood collection techniques
  • Patient care
  • Sample and specimen collection
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Specimen handling
  • Specimen labeling procedures

Accomplishments

  • Educated [Number] phlebotomy students on venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques.
  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
  • Won "[Name of Award]" award in [Year].

Certification

  • Phlebotomy Instructor
  • PT - Phlebotomy Technician
  • [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Ez Clinical Laboratory
01.2020 - 10.2023

Lead Phlebotomist

RWJBH
04.2001 - Current

Clinical Care Technician

Robert Wood Johnson Hospital
10.1997 - 04.2001

FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL

No Degree -

NURSING

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