Tyra Shrubsall
Calgary,AB
Summary
A recent nursing graduate with a background in laboratory medicine seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse position in a acute hospital environment. Additionally, having spent over 9 years tending to customers’ needs in the retail industry my charismatic demeanor, adaptability, & concise communication will support your medical group in alignment with your visions & values in providing safe, competent, confidential, & unique quality care to all.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Interior Health
Cranbrook , British Columbia
08.2022 - Current
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
Acute Medical Inpatient Unit, Unit 72
Rockyview General Hospital
Calgary, Alberta
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from the unit.
- Efficiently & concisely document patient care & events throughout the shift, verbally as needed and electronically [Epic Connect Care + Rover, Sunrise Clinical Manager, Point Click Care].
- Provide patient and family-centered care from admission through discharge to a culturally and medically diverse group of patients.
- Educate patients & families on pre- & post- operative self-care, safety, procedures, medications, pain management techniques, disease processes, medical events, & surgical pathways.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Alberta Health Services
Calgary, Alberta
12.2020 - 08.2023
- Observed safety protocols while working with hazardous materials in the lab setting.
- Answered phone calls from patients or other healthcare staff regarding lab services.
- Assisted with quality control activities in the lab.
- Reviewed patient charts prior to performing laboratory tests.
- Performed laboratory tests such as hemoglobin, hematocrit, and coagulation studies.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Apex Sky Medical Clinic
Calgary, Alberta
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Performed electrocardiograms on walk-in patients.
- Verified quality of specimens by centrifuging specimens for logistics courier to pickup.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during each procedure.
- Collaborated with other clinical staff members to coordinate care for patients undergoing multiple tests or procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using a variety of collection techniques and equipment.
Education
Practical Nurse Diploma
Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB09-2024
Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, AB09-2020
GED -
Mount Baker Secondary School
Cranbrook, BC06-2020
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Adaptable
- Organized
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Professionalism
- Compassionate Care
- Punctuality
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Wound Care
- Health Education
- Emergency Response
- Physical Assessment
- Vital signs
- Case Management
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Acute Medical Inpatient Unit, Unit 72
Rockyview General Hospital
02.2024 - 04.2024
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Interior Health
08.2022 - Current
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Apex Sky Medical Clinic
08.2021 - 03.2024
Medical Laboratory Assistant
Alberta Health Services
12.2020 - 08.2023
Practical Nurse Diploma
Bow Valley College
Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
GED -
Mount Baker Secondary School
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