Stephanie Kalinoski
Northumberland
Summary
Dedicated mobile phlebotomist with a strong background in patient monitoring, specimen collection, and safety protocols. Recognized for effective communication skills and organization. Dedicated to training new staff to ensure high-quality care, safety standards, and best practices. Great at multitasking and maintaining accurate records, ready to leverage skills to improve.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
St Lukes
Mobile Phlebotomist
Geisinger Medical Center
Danville, PA
09.2022 - Current
- Collected blood samples from patients in various settings, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for laboratory processing.
- Implemented best practices for infection control and specimen handling procedures.
- Trained new phlebotomists on techniques and patient interaction protocols.
- Monitored inventory of supplies and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily operations.
- Assessed patient needs and provided education on blood draw procedures.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills in scheduling appointments, preparing equipment, and tracking supplies inventory for mobile phlebotomy operations.
- Assisted in training new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices for mobile phlebotomists.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new phlebotomists.
- Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Enhanced patient comfort by establishing rapport and providing clear explanations of procedures.
Patient Care Assistant
St Luke's Health Network
Bethlehem, PA
07.2015 - 08.2022
- Assisted in monitoring patient vital signs and reporting changes to nursing staff.
- Provided direct patient care and support, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic health systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and recovery protocols, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and operational procedures.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Contributed to team meetings, offering insights on patient care improvements based on direct observations.
- Enhanced teamwork by collaborating closely with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks to enhance overall patient comfort.
- Observed and documented patient vital signs, reporting changes to medical personnel promptly.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Geisinger School of Phlebotomy
Danville, PA12.2022
No Degree - Emergency Medicine
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA12.2016
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Valley
Brodheadsville, PA05.2003
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Vital signs documentation
- Written and verbal communication
- Emotional support
- Documentation
- Patient monitoring
- Safety protocols
- Specimen collection
- Multitasking
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Restocking supplies
- Health monitoring
Certification
ASCP Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Preceptor training
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic National Registry Program
Timeline
Mobile Phlebotomist
Geisinger Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
St Luke's Health Network
07.2015 - 08.2022
Patient Care Assistant
St Lukes
No Degree - Phlebotomy
Geisinger School of Phlebotomy
No Degree - Emergency Medicine
Northampton Community College
High School Diploma -
Pleasant Valley