VISHNU KRISHNA NANKU
BRONX,NY
Summary
Licensed Phlebotomist with 8+ years’ experience in blood sample testing and collection. Instrumental in performing venipuncture,and patient intake. Seeking to use strong knowledge of phlebotomy practices to secure a challenging position as a phlebotomist.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LABORATORY ASSISTANT PATHOLOGY/CYTOLOGY DEPARTMENT.
JACOBI MEDICAL CENTER NYCHHC
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Prepare PAP thin prep specimens for OBGYN. Collect.accession.and process thin prep for GYN CYTOLOGY.
PHLEBOTOMIST
Jacobi Medical Center NYCHHC
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Serves patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens, preparing specimens for laboratory testing. and performing screening procedures.Verifies patient identification and explains sampling procedures to patients. Obtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks. Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, and observing isolation procedures. Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection and maintaining daily tallies of collections performed. Monitors glucose levels by performing bedside glucose tests and recording results. Maintains quality results by following department procedures and testing schedule, recording results in the quality-control log, and identifying and reporting needed changes. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations. Serves and protects the hospital or healthcare facility community by adhering to professional standards, institutional policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements. Reassures patients are nervous about sampling procedures and applies dressings to wounds created by blood draws. Updates patient records.Maintains an organized and clean workspace.
Phlebotomist
Laboratory Corporation of America
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups .Collect specimens for drug screens, paternity tests, alcohol tests etc. Perform data entry of patient information in an accurate and timely manner. Process billing information and collect payments when required. Prepare all collected specimens for testing and analysis. Maintain patient and specimen information logs .Provide superior customer service to all patients Administrative and clerical duties as necessary.Travel to additional sites when needed.
Education
Medical Assistant Certification - undefined
Allen School of Health Sciences
03.2017
Skills
- Adept at venipuncture, phlebotomy, excellent verbal and written communication and documentationFamiliarity with electronic medical records (EMR) Interpersonal skills and compassion analyzing information, critical thinking, and problem-solving Knowledge of infection control proceduresBedside manner Attention to detail Procedural and organizational skills Quality focus EKG’s
Personal Information
Title: PHLEBOTOMIST/LABORATORY ASSISTANT
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS Certification
COMMUNICATION
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide constructive feedback and collaborate effectively with others.
Timeline
LABORATORY ASSISTANT PATHOLOGY/CYTOLOGY DEPARTMENT.
JACOBI MEDICAL CENTER NYCHHC
01.2024 - 01.2025
PHLEBOTOMIST
Jacobi Medical Center NYCHHC
01.2022 - 01.2024
Phlebotomist
Laboratory Corporation of America
01.2017 - 01.2019
Medical Assistant Certification - undefined
Allen School of Health Sciences