NANCY HERNANDEZ
Chicago
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pathology Lab Assistant
HPH QUEST
2022 - Current
- Improved laboratory safety with strict adherence to proper specimen handling procedures and protocols.
- Maintained a clean, well-organized workspace to optimize productivity and prevent cross-contamination of samples.
- Enhanced lab efficiency by organizing and maintaining all pathology specimens and records.
- Prepare surgical specimens for grossing.
- Create cassettes for appropriate specimens
- Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
- Assist with FedEx send outs when materials are requested
- File paperwork once there is a final diagnosis
Phlebotomist
HPH QUEST
2017 - Current
- Enhance patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Label transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Pick up samples from accessioning and sort samples into appropriate racks.
- Answer phone and direct calls appropriately
- Inventory and order warehouse supply items (pathology department)
- Sort samples and distributes them to the appropriate setup.
- Decontaminate work areas as designated.
- Perform QA/QC duties as assigned (eyewash checks, temperature logs etc..)
- Prepare samples for processing
- Collect, label, and process blood samples for variety of tests, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to laboratory.
- Collect blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Verify patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Perform venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
ER Technician
Norwegian American Hospital
2008 - 2015
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Collected vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently, minimizing discomfort to patients while obtaining necessary samples.
Unit Secretary
Norwegian American Hospital
2006 - 2009
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
- Managed inventory levels of office supplies, ensuring adequate stock was available at all times for efficient unit operations.
Education
SOUTHEASTERN HIGH SCHOOL
Chicago, IL03-2015
Certificate -
Triton College
River Grove, IL06-1986
Skills
- Laboratory safety protocols
- Specimen preparation
- Tissue processing
- Frozen section technique
- Pathology report writing
- Chemical handling
- Laboratory documentation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Specimen collection
- Phlebotomy
Certification
- PA - Pathologists' Assistant
- Certified Phlebotomist
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Pathology Lab Assistant
HPH QUEST
2022 - Current
Phlebotomist
HPH QUEST
2017 - Current
ER Technician
Norwegian American Hospital
2008 - 2015
Unit Secretary
Norwegian American Hospital
2006 - 2009
SOUTHEASTERN HIGH SCHOOL
Certificate -
Triton College
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