Certified Nursing Assistant Phlebotomist

PruittHealth; Port Wentworth (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

PruittHealth in Georgia is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant Phlebotomist. The role requires a GA CNA license and a Phlebotomy certification, with duties spanning routine nursing care and timely phlebotomy services under nurse supervision.

The position emphasizes accurate patient identification, safe blood collection from older adults, specimen processing, and strict infection control. Candidates should have at least 1 year of phlebotomy experience with geriatrics and a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• GA CNA license and Phlebotomy certification required.
• Minimum 1 year phlebotomy experience with geriatrics.
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of phlebotomy training program.
• Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy and blood collections per patient care plan.
• Manage lab data collection; ensure tests are properly ordered, cancelled, and charged.
• Accurately identify patients to prevent errors in treatment.
• Prepare and process specimens for distribution and analysis.
• Maintain infection control and confidentiality in all duties.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Infection control

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Certified Nursing Assistant Phlebotomist (2613714)

Certified Nursing Assistant Phlebotomist - 2613714

Description

Must have GA CNA license AND Phlebotomy certification. Not just one, but both.

JOB PURPOSE:

Provides each of the assigned patients with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the patient’s assessment and care plan, and as directed by the nurse supervisor. Under the direction of the manager, performs daily phlebotomy activities accurately, professionally and in a timely manner.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1.Performs all duties and responsibilities according to the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) job code 0101, Department 6300 for HCC.
• 2.Handles laboratory data collection systems and equipment to ensure requests for laboratory tests are properly ordered, cancelled, and charged.
• 3.Correctly identifies all patients to avoid mistakes that can affect treatment.
• 4.Performs blood collections from patients, mostly older age group
• 5.Performs specimen processing, preparation and distribution of specimens
• 6.Maintains a constant awareness of policies, and procedures. Always ensuring enforcement of infection control processes when working with or around patients.
• 7.Effectively communicate with patients, reassuring them, making them feel at ease when you are present.Effectively communicates on the phone and face to face by being courteous, prompt and polite.Ability to document all information correctly
• 8.Orders and maintains laboratory supplies
• 9.Responsible for keeping all work areas clean and properly stocked.
• 10.Handles information with discretion and always maintains confidentiality.
• 11.Coordinates and consults with lab manager regarding lab related issues.
• 12.Able to work independently and in a team environment.
• 13.Comply with all OSHA, CLIA, and federal regulations.
• 14.Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
• 15.Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Computer- must be proficient with Microsoft office and other software programs
• Participates in center/agency surveys (Licensure/JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports.
• Attends and participates in continuing educational programs to keep abreast of changesinyourfieldaswellastomaintaincurrentlicense/certification,as required.
• Attends and participates in mandatory in-services.
• Honorspatients/residents’rightstofairandequitabletreatment,self- determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints.
• Complies with corporate compliance program.
• Reports job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary.
• Follows established safety regulations, to include fire protection & prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc.
• Follows established safety procedures when performing tasks and/or working with equipment

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Graduate of an approved phlebotomy training program

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

A minimum of 1 year of phlebotomy experience required with geriatrics

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

Active, current, and unrestricted Certified Nursing Assistance certification in the appropriate state

Should be a certified nurse assistant in accordance with the laws of the issuing state

Driver’s license.

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