Stephanie Foltz
Lewistown,PA
Summary
Seasoned Phlebotomist with a proven track record at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital, showcasing expertise in venipuncture and a commitment to patient confidentiality. Demonstrated leadership in enhancing patient care and specimen collection processes, complemented by adeptness in EMR recordkeeping. Excelled in team collaboration and patient data organization, ensuring adherence to HIPAA standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist II
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
Lewistown, PA
12.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care and improve specimen collection processes.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to minimize wait times.
- Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
- Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Participated in continuing education to stay current with phlebotomy practices.
PCA
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
Lewistown, PA
12.2014 - 01.2018
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding any changes in client status or behavior that require attention.
CNA
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
Lewistown, PA
03.2008 - 10.2011
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Indian Valley High School
Mifflin County 06-2003
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Venipuncture Expertise
- Donor screening
- Venipuncture
- Medical records handling
- EMR recordkeeping
- Patient Data Organization
- HIPAA
- Team leadership
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy License
Timeline
Phlebotomist II
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
12.2014 - Current
PCA
Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
12.2014 - 01.2018
CNA
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
03.2008 - 10.2011
High School Diploma -
Indian Valley High School
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