Jennie M. Gaines
Smithfield, VA 23430
**********@*****.***
Environmental Health Safety Specialist
Meticulous and result-driven Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist
with extensive experience in performing analytical tests and procedures in
significant areas. Adept at recognizing, evaluating and developing
necessary controls for environmental aspects, risk and impacts. High-impact
plan development and implementation, performance data quality and incident
investigation reviews. Proven ability to train workers and other personnel
in environmental safety subjects. Seeking a role with a respected company
that rewards detail, accuracy and strong follow-through.
Core Competencies
Communication Procedures and Policies Presentation
Training & Staff Auditing/Inspections Trouble Shooting
Development Quality Assurance Compliance
Documentation & Reporting
Professional Experience
Langley Hospital, Hampton, VA
Laboratory Technician
august 2013- present
. Maintains quality results by running standards and controls,
verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance
and advanced trouble shooting.
. Serves as technical resource by participating in staff training;
answering questions of other professionals
. Assist with regulatory inspections to include local, state and
federal governments.
. Assist in the preparation and submission of accurate safety and
reports for regulatory purposes.
. Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors,
physicians and co-workers by following established standards and
procedures; complying with legal regulations.
Alere, San diego, CA
Technical Service Specialist March 2011-
June 2012
. Communicated with customers either by telephone and/or electronically;
resolved complaints and performed dedicated follow-up on key
issues.
. Assisted in the development and implementation of an effective safety
programs to ensure
company is within compliance with all company, local, state, and
federal health and safety
regulations.
. Delivered training to clients and staff on products, Federal, State
and local regulations/laws.
. Maintained detailed records of customer interactions and transactions.
. Coordinated with internal departments for investigations.
Naval Medical Hospital Camp Pendleton, Camp Pendleton, CA
Laboratory Technician
April 2010- March 2011
. Collected, labeled, prepared, maintained and stored blood products.
. Ensured the department is within compliance with the Food and Drug
Administration
regulation.
. Calibrated and oversaw quality controls and validated
instruments/equipment.
. Reviewed safety and procedural instruction.
. Trained staff in the safety of the department, procedures, and blood
product.
. Performed safety inspections and ensured any deficiencies were
corrected.
. Assisted in mishap investigations in the department.
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Naval Medical Center, United States Navy, Portsmouth, VA
United States Corpsman
January 2006-February 2010
. Collected, labeled, processed and reported anayltical data.
. Performed calibrations, quality controls and maintenance on automatic
analyzers.
. Safety Training Petty Officer: Conducts safety training, safety
inspections,
surveys/monitoring, record keeping, inventory control, and
auditing;
. Assisted in the implementation of standard operation procedures for
the department.
. Conducted compressive complex statistical and routine analysis;
. Ensured strict safety procedures and safety checks.
. Lead training program for 35 technicians as a student instructor.
United States Naval Medical Center, Mayport, FL
United States Corpsman July 2003-
January 2006
. Teamed with various medical professionals to provide patient care in a
multi- service unit.
. Conduct regular inspections and performed audits on work areas and
assure that
corrective action taken and completed on deficiencies noted
through inspections.
. Planned and managed functions in support of readiness
. Reviewed and interpreted existing and new regulations or policies
to determine their
applicability to personnel.
. Planned and managed an annual budget of $60K.
. Developed and facilitated in-service training programs for staff.
Education & Training
MS, Environmental, Safety and Health Management, University of Findlay,
Findlay, OH
BA, Health Care Administration, Ashford University, San Diego, CA
AAS, Medical Technology, Thomas Nelson Community College, Hampton, VA
AS, General Education, Florida Community College, Jacksonville, FL
Nationally Certified Medical Laboratory Technician, American Society for
Clinical Pathology
Safety and Health Programs Certification
Fall Protection Certification
Hazard Communication Certification
Lockout/ Tagout Certifcation
Confined Spaces Certification
Material Handling Certification
Basic Life Support
Awards & Distinctions
United States Navy Unit Commendation, 2006
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, 2004
Humanitarian ServiceMedal, 2005
United States Navy Achievement Medal, 2005, 2010
National Defense Medal, 2003