Tawanda Branch

Provided direct in-home care to elderly and clients with disabilities.

• Administered prescribed medications and treatments according to physician instructions.
• Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
• Assisted with ADL'S

• Collected specimens from over 40-60 pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
• Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
• Identified patients using proper procedures.
• Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
• Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies.
• Assisted in the training and mentoring of new phlebotomy staff.
• Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
• Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
• Adhered to all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA standards.

• Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
• Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using straight needles and butterfly

• Performed venipuncture and skin punctures on patients of various ages.
• Assisted in the collection of specimens for laboratory testing, including urine, blood, and other body fluids.
• Processed orders from physicians accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, co-workers, supervisors, and other healthcare professionals.