Basic Phlebotomy Skills Session - 4 CEs

Program Description

Looking to expand your skills? Frontline's Basic Phlebotomy Skills course is the perfect add-on to any IV Therapy training for nurses. In this hands-on training, you'll learn the proper techniques for drawing blood, handling specimens, and more. Accurately collect specimens in accordance with the type of blood tube and specific requirements of the specimen. This is not a comprehensive phlebotomy training course that prepares you for national certification. This is meant to be an overview to increase a healthcare provider's current skill level. This course was developed to help nurses who have not had proper training in the skill of drawing blood via venipuncture. Help decrease rejected specimens and complications. Online Modules: 2 CEs 1. Introduction to Phlebotomy - FREE Download - "Blood Collection Tube Guide" - PRINTABLE "Terms and Abbreviations" 2. Anatomy and Physiology 3. Infection Control and Safety in Phlebotomy 4. Equipment and Supplies 5. Patient Identification and Preparation 6. Performing Venipuncture for Blood Sample 7. Specimen Handling and Transportation 8. Complications and Troubleshooting 9. Tips for Dealing with Difficult Veins In-Person Hands-on Skills Training Session: 1. Review and Handling of Equipment and Supply options 2. Practice venipuncture using a variety of manikins that provide blood return and tube filling with successful venipuncture. 3. Proper handling and care of specimens. Tips to avoid rejected specimens. 4. Infection Control and Aseptic Technique