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Helen Nickless

Summary

Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Responsible and hardworking professional with nursing and aged care experience dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Phlebotomist

Dorevitch Pathology
Ballarat, VIC
04.2014 - Current
  • Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in phlebotomy services.
  • Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Homemaker

Returned from UK
01.2010 - 04.2014

Phlebotomist

Poole NHS Trust
Poole, UK
02.2007 - 12.2009
  • Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
  • Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
  • Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.

Home Carer

Nu-Staff
Bournemouth, UK
11.2006 - 02.2007
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly patient.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, eating and toileting.
  • Transported client to medical appointments and other errands as needed.
  • Administered medications according to prescribed instructions.
  • Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure and respiration rate.
  • Recorded information related to care provided in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Prepared meals based on dietary requirements specified by the physician and nurse practitioner.
  • Helped patients move in bed, turn, adjust position or change linens as required.

Phlebotomist

St Vincents Hospital
Melbourne, VIC
08.2005 - 10.2006

Registered Nurse

Various Hospitals
Melbourne, VIC
01.1992 - 08.2005
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.

Education

Clonard Ladies College
Geelong, VIC

Skills

  • Patient confidentiality
  • Medical records handling
  • Blood collection
  • Infection Control
  • Specimen Preparation
  • Health Education
  • Medical Records Maintenance

Certification

  • Certificate 3 in Pathology Specimen Collection
  • Certificate of Training for Registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 2)
  • Post Graduate Certificate of Attainment in Maternity Nursing
  • Certificate of Attainment - Medical Receptionist

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Dorevitch Pathology
04.2014 - Current

Homemaker

Returned from UK
01.2010 - 04.2014

Phlebotomist

Poole NHS Trust
02.2007 - 12.2009

Home Carer

Nu-Staff
11.2006 - 02.2007

Phlebotomist

St Vincents Hospital
08.2005 - 10.2006

Registered Nurse

Various Hospitals
01.1992 - 08.2005

Clonard Ladies College

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