Clara Goodwin
Hanover Park
Summary
Lead Phlebotomist with extensive experience in venipuncture and patient care. Achieved significant reductions in patient wait times through effective scheduling and workflow improvements. Proven leadership in team management and conflict resolution. Proficient in phlebotomy techniques, universal precautions, and training new staff.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Phlebotomist
Advocate Good Samaritan Hosspital
Downers Grove
01.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily phlebotomy procedures and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained new staff on blood collection techniques and equipment usage.
- Managed inventory of phlebotomy supplies and ordered replacements as needed.
- Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Coordinated workflow based on stat, schedule, or outpatient needs.
Phlebotomist
Northwestern hospital
Winfeild
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Verify a patient identity to ensure proper labeling
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
CNA
LEXINGTON HEALTHCARE CENTER OF BLOOMINGDALE
Bloomingdale
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
CNA
Dupage Convenlescent Center
Wheaton
02.2012 - 11.2018
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
PCT
St. Alexis Medical Center
Hoffman Estates
06.2009 - 01.2012
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
CNA
Alden Alma Nelson
Rockford
02.2006 - 06.2009
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy Certiication
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, ILSome College (No Degree) - CNA Certification
Rock Valley College
Rockford, ILSkills
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Butterfly needle technique
- Venipuncture and capillary puncture
- Sanitation and Sterilization
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Lab safety protocols
- Laboratory specimen collection
- Patient identification procedures
- Patient support
- Staff management
Certification
- Phlebotomy Technician (PT)
- Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Lead Phlebotomist
Advocate Good Samaritan Hosspital
01.2022 - Current
Phlebotomist
Northwestern hospital
08.2019 - 01.2022
CNA
LEXINGTON HEALTHCARE CENTER OF BLOOMINGDALE
11.2018 - 11.2019
CNA
Dupage Convenlescent Center
02.2012 - 11.2018
PCT
St. Alexis Medical Center
06.2009 - 01.2012
CNA
Alden Alma Nelson
02.2006 - 06.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Phlebotomy Certiication
College of DuPage
Some College (No Degree) - CNA Certification
Rock Valley College