Odessa Esper

Lafayette, IN *****

adte3j@r.postjobfree.com

+1-765-***-****

Skilled Phlebotomist with more than 5 years of experience in fast-paced hospitals. Expert in quickly and accurately collecting specimens using variety of venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques. Exceptional bedside manner and adept in easing patients' fears or anxieties. Work Experience

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics - Lafayette, IN

April 2022 to Present

• Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.

• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.

• Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.

• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.

• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.

• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

• Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.

• Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.

• Organized daily work based on collection priority.

• Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.

• Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.

• Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.

• Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.

• Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.

• Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.

• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

• Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.

• Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger stick 10 times per day.

• Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.

• Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.

• Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.

• Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.

• Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.

• Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists.

• Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.

• Handled insurance verification tasks using different to validate patient insurance information.

Alverno Clinical Laboratories - Phlebotomy Technician Lafayette, IN • 10/2021 - 03/2022

• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.

• Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.

• Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.

• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.

• Organized daily work based on collection priority.

• Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 60 times per day.

• Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.

• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.

• Contacted physicians, nursing stations or reference laboratories for resolution assistance with unusual test orders.

• Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.

• Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.

• Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.

• Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers

• Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts. Phlebotomist

Versiti Blood Center Of Indiana - Lafayette, IN

June 2020 to February 2022

• Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.

• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.

• Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.

• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.

• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.

• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

• Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.

• Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.

• Organized daily work based on collection priority.

• Followed established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcome in patient care.

• Promoted mission, vision and values of organization and trained new clinical staff in phlebotomy procedures.

• Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.

• Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.

• Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily. Driver Helper

SUBARU OF INDIANA AUTOMOTIVE - Lafayette, IN

December 2016 to January 2019

• Driving to different locations of the factory and delivery pickup area

• Transport parts also other material needed

• Scan bar codes and forms for inventory.

• Assisted driver with product or package deliveries to residential and commercial locations.

• Followed workplace and on-truck safety guidelines and regulations to prevent accidents and mishaps.

• Arranged packages on truck to achieve best use of storage space and to minimize damage.

• Prevented damage to packages and products by correctly securing loads. Caregiver, T. C Harris - Direct Support Professional Lafayette, IN • 11/2015 - 12/2016

• Maintain the home in an optimum state of cleanliness and safety depending upon the client's and caregiver's resources

• Perform the functions generally undertaken by the customary homemaker, including such duties as preparation of meals, laundry, shopping and care of Elderly Clients

• Stabilize the client when walking as needed, by holding the client's arm or hand

• Handed children with mental illness and behavior disorder

• Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.

• Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.

• Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.

• Administered medication as directed by physician.

• Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.

• Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.

• Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.

• Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.

• Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.

• Consulted with different healthcare disciplines to offer important mental health support to patients.

• Assisted patients adjusting to hospital procedures using highly structured settings.

• Helped diagnose patients and deliver treatments with medication administration and specimen collection.

• Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.

• Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.

• Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

• Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.

• Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.

• Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.

• Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.

• Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

• Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.

• Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.

• Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.

• Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.

• Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations

(TPRs) to assess and document important health information.

• Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.

Mental Health Technician

Valley Oak - Lafayette, IN

September 2014 to March 2016

• Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.

• Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.

• Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.

• Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.

• Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.

• Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.

• Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living

(ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being. Help at Home Inc - Homemaker

Chicago, IL • 02/2013 - 02/2014

• Maintain the home in an optimum state of cleanliness and safety depending upon the client's and caregiver's resources

• Perform the functions generally undertaken by the customary homemaker, including such duties as preparation of meals, laundry, shopping and care of Elderly Clients.

• Completed dusting, washing dishes, laundry and vacuuming for patients.

• Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.

• Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.

• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.

• Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.

• Scheduled and accompanied client to medical appointments.

• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

• Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.

• Placed and removed protective devices such as bedside rails and hand restraints to prevent patient injury during treatment.

• Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress.

• Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.

• Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.

• Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.

• Used wheelchairs different equipment to assist with patient ambulation in room, hallways and bathroom.

• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

• Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying.

• Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

• Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.

• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.

• Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.

• Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.

• Adhered to all resident lifting and safe lifting instructions and rules.

• Provided total hygiene care to [Number] patients per shift by assisting with skincare, bathing and toileting.

• Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.

• Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage and automobile travel.

• Sanitized equipment and inserted catheters as directed by nursing staff.

• Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.

• Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook Homemaker CNA

Community Care - Homewood, IL

February 2007 to March 2010

• Maintain the home in an optimum state of cleanliness and safety depending upon the client's and caregiver's resources

• Perform the functions generally undertaken by the customary homemaker, including such duties as preparation of meals, laundry, shopping and care of Elderly Clients.

• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.

• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.

• Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.

• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.

• Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.

• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.

• Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.

• Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.

• Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.

• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

• Reduced risks of patient infection and cross- contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment. Caregiver

Wingate Wildness - Chicago, IL

May 2005 to February 2009

• Maintain the home in an optimum state of cleanliness and safety depending upon the client's and caregiver's resources

• Perform the functions generally undertaken by the customary homemaker

• Performing a range of duties

• Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.

• Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

• Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

• Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.

• Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.

• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

• Assisted patients with self-administered medications.

• Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.

• Documented residents' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books.

• Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.

• Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.

• Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.

• Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.

• Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance. Education

High school diploma

Chicago, IL - Chicago, IL

2015

Skills

• Care Giver

• Home Health

• CNA

• Driving

• Home Care

• Laundry

• Vital Signs

• Load & Unload

• Employment & labor law

• Laboratory experience

• Specimen collection / processing

• Dementia Care

• Phlebotomy

• Senior Care

• Patient Care

• Alzheimer's Care

• Venipuncture

• Medication Administration

• Medical Office Experience

• Hospital Experience

• Memory Care

• Microsoft Word

• Personal Assistant Experience

• English

• Treatment Preparation

• Specimen Collection

• Blood Draw and Sample Collection

• Wound Dressing Techniques

• Accurate Documentation

• HIPAA Guidelines

• Blood Alcohol Testing

• Critical Thinking

• Clear Patient Communication

• Transporting Patients

• Vacuum Tube and Syringe Use

• Immunizations and Vaccinations

• Customer Service

• Assessing Vital Signs

• Emergency Situations

• Blood Culturing

• Electronic Medical Record Software

• Phlebotomy Procedures

• Withdrawal Symptoms

• Maintaining Patient Safety Standards

• System Diagnostics

• Patient Examination

• Active Listening

• Seizure Disorders

• Customer Satisfaction

• Glucose Screening

• Patient Health Information Access

• Sample Processing

• Patient Flow

• Medical Recordkeeping

• Disposing of Biohazardous Waste

• Safe Needle Disposal

• Documentation review

• Heavy lifting

Certifications and Licenses

Certified Phlebotomy Technician

First Aid Certification

CNA

CPR Certification

Driver's License

State Tested Nursing Assistant

Additional Information

Autism experience

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