Serine Southworth

Detail-oriented clinical professional with a decade of patient-care experience seeking a Medical Assistant role in a physician-supervised outpatient setting. Extensive hands-on background in phlebotomy and difficult draws, specimen processing, point-of-care collection, minor-procedure support, injections, and EMR documentation. Direct cardiac and critical-care experience, including telemetry and rhythm monitoring.

Proven ability to maintain efficient clinic flow, prepare and room patients, deliver clear pre-procedure instructions, and provide patient-focused care in fast-paced healthcare environments.

Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist II - Danbury Hospital - Danbury, CT

(2022-01)

• Perform routine, STAT, and difficult venipuncture across all patient ages; serve as designated difficult-draw specialist.
• Process, label, and prepare blood and non-blood specimens for laboratory and pathology submission; maintain chain-of-custody and specimen integrity throughout.
• Uphold infection-control standards and ensure accurate documentation in EMR and laboratory systems.
• Support high-volume workflows while delivering patient-focused interactions and clear pre-procedure instructions.

Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit - Putnam Hospital - Carmel, NY

(2019-11 - 2020-03)

• Provided direct care to critically ill cardiac patients on a telemetry unit, monitoring cardiac rhythms and responding to changes in patient condition.
• Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans and ensure timely interventions.

Registered Nurse, Float Pool - Stamford Hospital - Stamford, CT

(2018-04 - 2018-11)

• Performed venipuncture and specimen collection across multiple units; ensured timely transport and accurate labeling.
• Adapted care and communication effectively for diverse patient populations.

Registered Nurse - White Plains Hospital - White Plains, NY

(2014-03 - 2017-11)

• Provided direct care to critically ill patients; performed venipuncture, blood cultures, IV insertions, and STAT collections.
• Trained newly hired nurses on specimen handling and blood-draw technique; served as charge nurse and contributed to process-improvement task forces.

Registered Nurse - Glen Hill Center, Genesis Healthcare - Danbury, CT

(2013-11 - 2014-03)

• Provided direct care to long-term residents and short-term rehab patients; performed venipuncture and managed accurate specimen labeling and transport.
• Routinely served as charge nurse for 60+ patients, delegating tasks and coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams.

Associate of Science - Nursing - Norwalk Community College (2013)

High School Diploma - Brewster High School (1997)