Melissa Mohr
Alice Creek,QLD
Summary
Hardworking Pathology Collector bringing 2 years of expertise in microbiology, chemistry and haematology testing needs. Skilled multitasker with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Proven history of maintaining equipment and lab areas in alignment with regulatory guidelines.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Pathology Collector
QML Pathology
Kingaroy, QLD
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
- Performed venipunctures, finger pricks and heel pricks for both adult and paediatric patients.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Specialized in conducting Drug and Alcohol testing with accuracy and precision.
- Monitored supply levels and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
- Developed and implemented strategies and tools to improve collection processes.
- Participated in quality assurance and competency assessment initiatives.
- Assisted in training and onboarding new pathology collectors.
Student Midwife
University Of Queensland QLD
Mater Mothers, QLD
02.2016 - 11.2016
- Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
- Watched vital signs, checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during, and after labor.
- Kept accurate medical records by documenting patient prenatal care, labor and delivery and postpartum care.
Registered Nurse, Paediatrics
Queensland Health
Ipswich, QLD
11.2010 - 12.2011
- Managed care for children and their families from admission to discharge.
Registered Nurse, Paediatrics
Queensland Health
Royal Children Hospital, Brisbane, QLD
03.2004 - 11.2010
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Graduate Registed Nurse, Medical/Surgical
Mater Hospital
Brisbane, QLD
01.2003 - 01.2004
Education
Certificate III - Pathology
TAFE Queensland - Southbank, QLD
Brisbane, QLD07.2021
Bachelor - Midwifery (First Year)
University of Queensland
Brisbane, QLD12.2016
Bachelor - Nursing
University of Southern Queensland
Toowoomba, QLD12.2002
Skills
- Quality Patient Care
- Procedure Proficiency Tests
- Collecting Specimens
- Departmental Operations Management
- Specimen and Sample Preparation
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Maintain Equipment
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Pathology Collector
QML Pathology
07.2021 - 07.2023
Student Midwife
University Of Queensland QLD
02.2016 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse, Paediatrics
Queensland Health
11.2010 - 12.2011
Registered Nurse, Paediatrics
Queensland Health
03.2004 - 11.2010
Graduate Registed Nurse, Medical/Surgical
Mater Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2004
Certificate III - Pathology
TAFE Queensland - Southbank, QLD
Bachelor - Midwifery (First Year)
University of Queensland
Bachelor - Nursing
University of Southern Queensland