CNA Phlebotomist

PruittHealth•Durham, NC

About The Position

Provides assigned patients with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with each patient’s assessment and care plan, under the direction of the nurse supervisor. Under the manager’s direction, performs daily phlebotomy activities accurately, professionally, and in a timely manner. The role includes collecting and processing specimens, handling laboratory data collection systems and equipment, maintaining supplies and clean work areas, and communicating effectively with patients and colleagues. The position requires adherence to infection control, safety, confidentiality, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an approved phlebotomy training program.
At least 1 year of phlebotomy experience with geriatrics.
Active, current, and unrestricted Certified Nursing Assistant certification in the appropriate state; must be certified 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 the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 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.
Collect blood from patients, mostly older adults.
Process, prepare, and distribute specimens.
Follow applicable policies and procedures, including enforcing infection control processes when working with or around patients.
Communicate courteously and effectively with patients, including reassuring them, and communicate promptly and politely by phone and in person; 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 keep current with changes in the field and maintain current license or certification as required.
Attend and participate in mandatory in-services.
Honor patients’ and residents’ rights, including fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property, civil rights, and the right to wage complaints.
Comply with the corporate compliance program.
Report job-related functions or tasks involving occupational hazards, including exposure to blood and body fluids, as necessary.
Follow established safety regulations and procedures, including those concerning fire protection and prevention, smoking, infection control, and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.