Monica Hawkins
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O’Fallon, IL 62269
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a Phlebotomist position that will allow me to utilize my knowledge of phlebotomy
procedures and protocols.
HIGHLIGHT OF SKILLS
• Outstanding Phlebotomy skills
• Ability to interact with patients
• Technical knowledge of the field
• Multitasking skills
• Ability to manage stress and work under pressure
• Ability to take and record vital signs
• Possess a solid undertstanding of HIPAA, quaility assurance and safety
• Proven ability to work without supervision
EXPERIENCE AND WORK HISTORY
Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp) (10/2014)
• Greeted patients and initiated patient check-in
• Performed venipunctures on patients using Vacutainer and winged-infusion blood
collection sets
• Obtained 94 venous blood specimens according to physicians’ orders
• Collected proper specimens based on type of test, patient age and condition
• Ensured proper identification of patient and patient information on lab orders
• Utilized working knowledge of human anatomy to determine vein site selection
• Clearly labeled and initialed all specimens after drawing
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work station
• Resolved patient complaints and concerns with effective communication
Addus Health Care (2010-present)
Home Care Aide
• Assist client with activities of daily living
• Instructed and informed clients on health care issues regarding hygiene and nutrition
• Report any variation in client’s physical or mental heath to care manager
• Prepared and maintain records of client development
• Assist client with the self-administration of medications
• Assist with meal preparation
Gateway Regional Hospital (2009-2010)
Clinical Rehabilitation Technician
• Assessed patients and recorded vital signs
• Assisted patient with activies of daily living
• Provided a safe and healthy environment
• Assistsed patient with physical therapy as prescribed by the physician
• Planned and prepared nutitous meals for children
Touchette Regional Hospital (2006 – 2008)
Labor and Delivery Technician
• Assessed patients and recorded vital signs
• Notified the nursing staff of any changes in the patient’s condition
• Tranported patients to and from the delivery room
• Maintained a clean and safe environment
EDUCATION
Ohio School of Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Certificate
Graduated 10/2014
Southwest Community College
Certified Nurses Aide
Graduated 7/2004
East St. Louis Community College
G.E.D
Graduated 3/2006
CERTIFICATIONS AND AWARDS
Infant/Child/Adult CPR and AED (Heartsaver)
Pediatric First Aid Certification (American Heart Foundation)
First aid basics:
Medical emergencies
Injury emergencies
Environmental emergencies
Pediatric first aid topics (eye injuries; fever; suspected abuse; and snake, spider, scorpion,
tick and marine animal bites and stings)
Asthma care for child care providers
1st Place for Geography Higher Grade
Certificate of Appreciation Award for Selfless Dedication and Support of
ADDITIONAL PROFICIENCIES
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access)
• MS Outlook
• Vista, Microsoft XP and Macintosh