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WIESLAWA STANKIEWICZ

ITASCA,Illinois

Summary

A seasoned Phlebotomist III excelling in enhancing patient care and specimen accuracy, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and analytical thinking. Help improving team performance through advanced blood collection techniques. Achieved notable efficiency in high-pressure environments, showcasing a blend of technical proficiency and compassionate communication. Experienced with venipuncture techniques and patient interaction in clinical settings. Utilizes meticulous attention to detail and thorough understanding of safety protocols to ensure accurate specimen collection. Track record of maintaining patient comfort and fostering calm environment during procedures, with 20 years of experience working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures with using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

PHLEBOTOMIST III

Alverno Clinical Laboratories
02.2004 - Current
  • Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
  • Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay up to date on new technologies and procedures.
  • Contributed to the development of phlebotomy training materials, enhancing the skillset of new employees and improving overall team performance.
  • Trained new phlebotomists in proper blood collection techniques and safety protocols, elevating overall quality of care.

Education

Associate of Science - MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

MEDICAL SCHOOL OF LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, POLAND
06-1980

Medical Laboratory Technician Poland

Certified Nursing Assistant USA

Certified Phlebotomy Technician USA

Skills

    Analytical thinking

    Staff phlebotomy training

    Decision-making

    Problem-solving

    Specimen collection

    Organizational skills

    Customer service

    Multitasking Abilities

    Venipuncture and capillary puncture

    Laboratory procedures understanding

    Blood component separation

    Medical terminology

    Personal protective equipment usage

Timeline

PHLEBOTOMIST III - Alverno Clinical Laboratories
02.2004 - Current
MEDICAL SCHOOL OF LABORATORY TECHNICIAN - Associate of Science, MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
WIESLAWA STANKIEWICZ