Yulissa Medina

• Executed blood draws and processed specimens for testing, guaranteeing proper handling and integrity.
• Identified best veins for intravenous lines and blood draws, avoiding unnecessary pokes.
• Ensured patient comfort and safety during phlebotomy procedures, fostering a positive experience.
• Counseled patients to alleviate fears, clarify procedures, and improve cooperation for successful blood draws.
• Ensured the cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment and work area.

Collected venous and capillary blood samples for patients at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.

• Verified patient identities with hospital labels, ensuring accurate testing and patient safety. using hospital labels.
• Labeled specimens and delivered samples to laboratory processing areas.
• Communicated with nurses and laboratory staff regarding patient testing needs.
• Responded to inpatient and outpatient blood draw requests across hospital units.
• Adjusted workflow in response to stat schedule and outpatient needs, optimizing patient care delivery.
• Transported specimens securely under departmental protocols while maintaining temperature requirements.
• Gained hands-on experience in a hospital environment during a 1-month internship.

• Verified patient identity and prepared patients for phlebotomy procedures, ensuring accurate and safe collection.
• Managed specimen labeling and accessioning for laboratory processing.
• Maintained specimen integrity during transport to Interpath laboratory testing area, facilitating reliable laboratory results.
• Communicated collection steps and addressed patient concerns, which enhanced patient experience and trust in service.
• Applied HIPAA privacy standards in patient care activities.