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P R O F I L E S U M M A R Y
Compassionate and dedicated Phlebotomist with a passion for providing the best quality patient care possible. Committed to providing all patients with outstanding care and support to help improve quality of life. Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues to foster a friendly and caring environment. Demonstrated capability of consulting with diverse family members, ensuring that they are receiving the attention and guidance needed during highly stressful situations. Skilled and precise in performing venipunctures; collecting, preparing and storing blood samples and verifying medical records. C O R E C O M P E T E N C I E S
Venipunture
Blood
Specimen
Handling
Blood
Collection
Medical
Record
Quality Review
Assurance
Patient
Education/
Safety
Donor Care
Blood
Specimen
Storage
E D U C A T I O N
Illinois Instruction Center of Career
Development Phelbotomy - NPA Certified
2022
George Washington High School
High School Diploma
2005
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
Direct Support Specialist
Pioneer Concepts - Flossmoor,IL
Provide high-quality patient care as an in-demand acute-care, rehabilitation, home-healthcare and nursing-home settings.
Preserve patient dignity and minimize discomfort while carrying out duties such as bedpan changes, diapering, emptying drainage bags and bathing.
Commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration, patient relations and consistent delivery of empathetic care.
Assisted residents with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring using assistive devices, bathing, dressing and grooming.
October 2018-Present
Security Supervisor
US Security Associates - Tinley Park, IL
July 2011 - October 2018
Conducting two security audits per month to identify potential problems related to physical security, staff safety and asset protection.
Led team of 12 guards in monitoring high volume warehouse during peak hours and days. Implemented security measures which resulted in 30 percent decrease in incidents.