Certified Nursing Assistant Phlebotomist

PruittHealth; St. Marys (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PruittHealth in Georgia is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant with phlebotomy duties for the St. Marys location. You will provide routine daily nursing care per the patient plan and perform phlebotomy under supervision, ensuring timely specimen collection and accurate labeling.

The role requires CNA certification, a phlebotomy credential, and at least 1 year of geriatric phlebotomy experience, with a strong emphasis on infection control and patient communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an approved phlebotomy training program.
• A minimum of 1 year of phlebotomy experience with geriatrics.
• Active CNA certification in the appropriate state.
• Phlebotomy Certification.
• Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily nursing care and phlebotomy as directed by supervisor.
• Handles laboratory data collection systems and equipment for tests.
• Identifies patients to ensure correct treatment.
• Collects blood samples from patients, including older adults.
• Prepares and distributes specimens; maintains infection control.
• Communicates with patients and documents information accurately.
• Orders and maintains laboratory supplies; keeps work areas stocked.
• Complies with OSHA, CLIA, and federal regulations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy training program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

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

• Performs all duties and responsibilities according to the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) job code 0101, Department 6300 for HCC.
• Handles laboratory data collection systems and equipment to ensure requests for laboratory tests are properly ordered, cancelled, and charged.
• Correctly identifies all patients to avoid mistakes that can affect treatment.
• Performs blood collections from patients, mostly older age group
• Performs specimen processing, preparation and distribution of specimens
• Maintains a constant awareness of policies, and procedures. Always ensuring enforcement of infection control processes when working with or around patients.
• 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
• Orders and maintains laboratory supplies
• Responsible for keeping all work areas clean and properly stocked.
• Handles information with discretion and always maintains confidentiality.
• Coordinates and consults with lab manager regarding lab related issues.
• Able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Comply with all OSHA, CLIA, and federal regulations.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
• 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.
• Honors patients/residents’ rights to fair and equitable treatment, 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

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

Phlebotomy Certification

Driver’s license.

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Primary Location

Georgia-St. Marys

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

1st Shift

Work Locations

PruittHealth - St. Marys