Natalie Freeman
Ocean Springs
Summary
Motivated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with experience in diverse patient care settings, including float pool operations. Strengths include solid clinical skills, adeptness at multitasking, and ability to adapt quickly to changing environments. Consistently deliver high-quality patient care while contributing to team success through reliability and collaborative problem-solving. Previous work has resulted in improved patient satisfaction and streamlined departmental processes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNA, Float Pool
Valleywise Medical Center
Phoenix
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare teams.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in patient rooms and common areas.
Phlebotomist
Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center
Scottsdale
08.2006 - 03.2012
- Prepared patients for procedures by explaining processes and addressing concerns.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of phlebotomy equipment and work areas.
- Assisted in training new staff on blood collection procedures and safety measures.
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure effective patient care and communication.
- Documented patient information and sample details accurately in electronic systems.
- Monitored patients during procedures to ensure comfort and safety standards were met.
- Followed infection control policies to minimize risks during blood collection processes.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Education
Phlebotomist
Smithfield NC, NCSkills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient safety protocols
- Electronic health records
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Hebrew
Full Professional
Timeline
CNA, Float Pool
Valleywise Medical Center
03.2015 - 03.2016
Phlebotomist
Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center
08.2006 - 03.2012
Phlebotomist