Certified Nursing Assistant - Phlebotomist

PruittHealth•Athens, GA

About The Position

Provides assigned patients with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with their assessments and care plans, as directed by the nurse supervisor. Under the manager’s direction, performs phlebotomy activities accurately, professionally, and in a timely manner. The role includes collecting blood, processing and distributing specimens, maintaining laboratory supplies and work areas, and communicating effectively with patients and colleagues while protecting confidentiality and following applicable safety and infection-control requirements. The position also requires participation in surveys, continuing education, and mandatory in-services; compliance with patient rights and the corporate compliance program; and adherence to OSHA, CLIA, federal, and established safety regulations. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from an approved phlebotomy training program.
At least 1 year of phlebotomy experience with geriatric patients.
Active, current, unrestricted Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the appropriate state, in accordance with the issuing state’s laws.
Phlebotomy certification.
Driver’s license.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other software programs.

Responsibilities

Perform duties and responsibilities associated with Certified Nursing Assistant job code 0101, Department 6300 for HCC.
Handle laboratory data collection systems and equipment to ensure laboratory test requests are properly ordered, cancelled, and charged.
Correctly identify patients to prevent errors that could affect treatment.
Collect blood from patients, primarily older adults.
Process, prepare, and distribute specimens.
Maintain awareness of policies and procedures and enforce infection-control processes when working with or around patients.
Communicate courteously and effectively with patients by phone and in person, help reassure patients, and document information correctly.
Order and maintain laboratory supplies.
Keep work areas clean and properly stocked.
Handle information discreetly and maintain confidentiality.
Coordinate and consult with the lab manager regarding laboratory-related issues.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Comply with OSHA, CLIA, and federal regulations.
Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
Participate in center or agency surveys, including licensure and JCAHO surveys, and complete subsequently required reports.
Attend continuing education programs to stay current in the field and maintain required licensure or certification.
Attend and participate in mandatory in-services.
Respect patients’ and residents’ rights, including fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property, civil rights, and the right to make wage complaints.
Comply with the corporate compliance program.
Report job-related occupational hazards, including exposure to blood and body fluids, as necessary.
Follow established safety regulations and procedures, including fire protection and prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, and safe equipment use.
Perform other duties as assigned.