BRIANNA
KING
ad5tpu@r.postjobfree.com
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with two years of healthcare experience. Personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
PRIDE Health - Phlebotomist
Alpharetta, GA • 04/2023 - 01/2024
Essential Diagnostic Solutions - Phlebotomist
Tallahassee, FL • 04/2022 - 02/2023
Actalent - COVID TESTING/PHLEBOTOMY
01/2022 - 03/2022
LABCORP - PHLEBOTOMY
WORK HISTORY
Reduced contamination risks by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
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Ensured uninterrupted service by properly maintaining phlebotomy equipment, including centrifuges, needles, and tourniquets.
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Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
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• Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols. Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
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• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
• Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality. Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
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Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
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Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
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Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
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Assisted in streamlining the specimen processing workflow for increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
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Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
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Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
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• Drive Through COVID Testing Wearing Appropriate PPE SKILLS
• Paperwork Processing
• Infection Control
• Medical Testing
• Venipuncture
• Specimen Preparation
• Data Entry
• Specimen labeling procedures
• Medical terminology knowledge
• Sample and specimen collection
• HIPAA
• Specimen handling
• Butterfly needle technique
• Blood culture collection
• Supply Ordering
• Customer Service
• Keyboarding skills
• HIPAA guideline compliance
• Payment Processing
• Product Recommendations
• Returns processing
• Payment Collection
• Cash Register Operation
• POS Systems
• Customer Relations
• Refund handling
• Multitasking Abilities
• Honest and Dependable
• Cash Register Operations
• Patient Observation
• Mobility Assistance
• Feeding Assistance
• Vital signs monitoring
• Infection control standards
• Phlebotomy Techniques
• CNA Certification
• Biohazard Disposal
• CPR Certification
• Medical Terminology
• Patient Positioninge
• Patient Care
Southern Crescent Technical
College
Griffin, GA
Bachelor of Science: Respiratory
Therapy
Next Step Healthcare, LLC
Tallahassee, FL
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bainbridge High School
Bainbridge, GA
High School Diploma
EDUCATION
06/2021 - 01/2022
Essential Diagnostics Solutions - PHLEBOTOMY
01/2020 - 05/2021
Bainbridge Memorial Hospital - SECRETARY/PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
11/2019 - 02/2020
Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
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Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods
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Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures
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Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection
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Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays
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Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection
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• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
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Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
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Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods
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Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures
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Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection
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Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays
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Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection
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• Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
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Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes
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Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team efficiency
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Provided clerical support to hospital employees by copying, faxing and filing documents
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Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes to maintain security
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Promptly answered multi-line phone system and greeted callers enthusiastically
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Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
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Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep Registered nurse informed of changes
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• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging Mcdonalds - Cashier
05/2018 - 12/2018
Winn Dixie Supermarket - Cashier
07/2017 - 11/2017
situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
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Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences
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Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers
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Worked with managers to complete daily counts and maintain funds security to minimize theft and mismanagement risks
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Completed manual and machine counts of funds for transactions value Operated cash register to record all transactions accurately and efficiently
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• Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests Worked closely with other team members to solve problems and handle customer concerns
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Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
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Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences
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Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers
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Restocked, arranged and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales
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Worked to complete daily counts and maintain funds security to minimize theft and mismanagement risks
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• Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales Operated cash register to record all transactions accurately and efficiently
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• Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests
• Reviewed weekly sales ads and monitored price changes Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance
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Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
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AWARDS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
• CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
• NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
• PT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician