Chynita Lindsay

District Of Columbia, MD ***** 202-***-**** adytlp@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

My main objective is to obtain a HealthCare Management field with an organization that promotes Professional growth and advancement. My aim as an experienced healthcare professional would be to develop and manage an organization that would involve excellent healthcare skills at All levels as well as allowing me to share my knowledge to other co-workers and utilize my professional skills.

SKILLS

• Computer Documentation

• Vital Signs

• Personal Care

• Patient Assistance

• Bathing

• Keeping patient rooms clean and

sanitized

• Obtaining blood specimens for testing

and transfusion

WORK HISTORY

• Adhering to Safety and Infection Control Protocols

• Setting up equipment for blood draws • Preparing blood samples for proper

transport/storage

• Typing 30 WPM

• Proficient with I-Stat, Sample Manager, BP

Cuff, Thermometer

• Work well with others in effective

communications, as well as receiving constructive crissum

PHLEBOTOMIST 03/2019 to Current

Children's National Hospital - 111 Michigan Ave

• Registers incoming patients to medical center utilizing Path Net and Cerner database

• Collects blood specimens by venipuncture and capillary method

• Enters patient information, test request, cancellations, and additions into Path Net

computer order program

• Preforms computer searches for data inquiries, prints, and retrieve reports

• Answers inquiries and give test information via phone, answers general information

and specimen requirement questions

• Preforms order and result entries, reference lab batch creation/release, and special

handling/packaging for sendout specimens

• Process specimens by centrifugation,aliquoting and sorting into specific test areas for

storage

• Troubleshoots specimen processing

• Investigate and handle improperly labeled specimens,requisition problems, and

inadequate specimens

• Clean and organize laboratory equipment

• Train and teach New Hire employees phlebotomy techniques and skill for successful

blood collection via main laboratory and Cancer Center Blood Disorder Clinic

• Train and teach employees the proper processing of specimens and order activation

via Path Net and Cerner database PHLEBOTOMIST 03/2015 to 12/2018

Laboratories Of America Corporation - Hyattsville, MD

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

• Reviewed and processed requisitions for laboratory tests.

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

waste disposal procedures.

• Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.

• Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.

• Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric

patients.

• Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.

• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

• Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.

• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly

needles, and straight needles. GNA 06/2017 to 01/2018

Genesis HealthCare - Crofton, MD

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

• Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

• Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.

• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

• Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

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

and outtake information.

• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and

satisfaction.

CNA/GNA 03/2015 to 10/2017

Crofton Care & Rehab Center - Crofton, MD

• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

• Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.

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

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

and equipment.

• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and

satisfaction.

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

objectives.

PHLEBOTOMIST 04/2013 to 01/2014

Kaiser Permanente - Hyattsville, MD

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

• Followed established safety protocols and standards to minimize risk of infection and

injury.

• Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing

specimens for transport.

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

• Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.

• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.

• Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and

clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie. CNA/GNA 08/2014 to 12/2015

Home Care Assistance Corporation - Crofton, MD

• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

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

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

• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

CNA/GNA 03/2012 to 08/2013

FiveStar Home Health Care - Crofton, MD

• Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.

• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those

with limited mobility in completing tasks.

• Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to

treatments and progress with goals.

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

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

and teeth brushing.

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

objectives.

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

needs.

CNA/GNA 02/2006 to 09/2008

Capital City Nurses - Crofton, MD

• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

• Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.

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

• Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and

recovery.

• Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

CNA 08/2004 to 08/2006 Jean Eckard - Landover, MD

• Provided comfort care for end of life patient

• meal prep

• provided laundry services

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

• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.

• Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

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

and teeth brushing.

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST 01/1998 to 12/2003

DR.Dashattar - Greenbelt, MD

• Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.

• Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.

• Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.

• Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.

• Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces.

• Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up

with reminder phone calls.

• Assisted with medical coding and billing tasks.

• Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct

calls to staff.

• Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.

CNA/GNA 11/1995 to 06/1997

Crofton Convalescent Center - Crofton, MD

• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

• Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.

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

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

and teeth brushing.

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

and outtake information.

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

and equipment.

• Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes,

human development stages and culture.

• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and

satisfaction.

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

EDUCATION

Prince George's Community College - Upper Marlboro, MD GED

11/2016

CERTIFICATIONS

• PT - Phlebotomy Technician

• P4N7D8N8 EXP 6/24

• CERTIFIED MEDICAL TECHNICAN • MT0094551 EXP6/18

• CNA

• A00032476 EXP 6/24

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