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Theresa L. Ringold-Hill

Hermanville,MS

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience at NuLife HealthCare, excelling in mental health care and EKG interpretation. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and implement effective care plans, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Skilled in crisis intervention and phlebotomy, dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes through collaborative teamwork.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

EKG Monitor Technician/Mental Health Technician

Nulife HealthCare
08.2022 - Current
  • Aided in streamlining workflow through proficient multitasking abilities while managing multiple patients'' telemetry simultaneously.
  • Maintained detailed records of all monitored EKG data, supporting clinical decision-making processes.
  • Monitored patient activity during stress test to record data.
  • Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
  • Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
  • Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Assisted in development of therapeutic activities for patients.
  • Monitored patients'' progress, documenting changes in behavior and updating treatment plans accordingly.

Phlebotomist/CNA/ER Technician

Claiborne County Medical Center
01.2016 - Current
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Trained new phlebotomists in proper blood collection techniques and safety protocols, elevating overall quality of care.
  • Collected, labeled, and processed blood samples for variety of tests, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to laboratory.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
  • Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
  • Assisted with wound care and dressing changes, promoting proper healing and preventing potential complications.
  • Cleaned and set up rooms in preparation for patient appointments.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits and treatments in patient medical files.
  • Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
  • Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
  • Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
  • Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
  • Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.

Lab Processor

St Dominic Hospital
04.2017 - 04.2019
  • Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
  • Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
  • Operated and performed preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
  • Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering strictly to HIPAA guidelines during all stages of sample handling and result reporting processes.

Phlebotomy Team Lead

MUSC
12.2005 - 12.2015
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by consistently providing efficient and accurate blood draws.
  • Enhanced team morale with effective communication and proactive problem-solving strategies.
  • Maintained compliance with safety protocols, minimizing workplace accidents and needlestick injuries.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

Education

Certification - Healthcare

Trident College
Charleston, South Carolina
06.2005

Skills

  • CPR certification
  • CPR/AED
  • Medical terminology
  • Multitasking
  • Vital signs measurement
  • Stress testing
  • Patient care
  • Emergency response
  • EKG technician

Venipuncture and capillary puncture

Specimen collection and storage

Strike Work

Oct. 2024 - Nov. 2024 Phlebotomist; HuffMaster/Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, CA

Sept. 2024 - Oct. 2024 EKG; HuffMaster/Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center, Pomona, CA

Jun. 2024 - Jul. 2024 ER Tech; Healthsource Global/Dignity Health California Hospital Medical Center, CA

Sept. 2023 - Oct. 2023 CNA; USN/Memorial Care Long Beach Medical Center, Long Beach, CA

Jan. 2023 - Apr. 2023 Telemetry Tech; Healthsource Global/Maui Memorial Medical Center, Wailuku, HI

Dec. 2021- Jan. 2022 Telemetry Tech; Healthsource Global/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, San Diego, CA

Sept. 2021-Nov. 2021 Telemetry Monitor Technician; USN/Buffalo General Hospital | Buffalo, NY

Aug. 2021-Sept. 2021 CNA; Krucial Staffing/ Shelter Crisis | Shreveport, La

Jun. 2021- Jul. 2021 Phlebotomy; USN/ High Dessert Medical Center | Joshua Tree, CA

Feb. 2021- Apr. 2021 COVID-19 Vaccinator Assistant Healthsource Global/Cal Poly Pomona | Pomona, CA 

Mar. 2020 - Jun. 2020 EKG Technician Healthsource Global/UC Davis Hospital | Sacramento, CA

Sept. 2019 - Oct. 2019 ER Tech; USN/Chicago Medical, Chicago, IL

May 2019 - Jun. 2019 Phlebotomy II USN/Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center; Toledo, OH

Timeline

EKG Monitor Technician/Mental Health Technician

Nulife HealthCare
08.2022 - Current

Lab Processor

St Dominic Hospital
04.2017 - 04.2019

Phlebotomist/CNA/ER Technician

Claiborne County Medical Center
01.2016 - Current

Phlebotomy Team Lead

MUSC
12.2005 - 12.2015

Certification - Healthcare

Trident College

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