Alexandria Nelson
Anderson,SC
Summary
A highly enthusiastic and motivated Pathologist's assistant with a strong work ethic and desire to grow in Pathology. I am dedicated, hardworking and excited to embark on a new career. I found my passion and have a range if skills through my education and experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Saint Francis Hospital
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure accurate test orders and appropriate sample collection methods were used.
Sales Associate
Ark Exotics
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Aided in the care and upkeep of animals housed at Ark Exotics.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
Laboratory Prep
University of North Georgia
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Prepared necessary equipment and materials students required for class.
- Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
- Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Monitored and observed experiments, recording data for research personnel evaluation.
- Cleaned and sterilized lab area, tools and equipment.
- Isolated, identified and prepared specimens for examination.
Student Researcher
FUSE Program
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Responsible for learning and carrying out tests researching effects of a drug compound on the pathogenic yeast Cryptococcus.
- Recorded and developed reports on data collected from studies.
- Prepared and edited reports, presentations and articles using PowerPoint.
- Assisted a researcher with data collection, equipment management and preparation of samples.
Education
Master of Science - Pathology Assistant
Anderson University
Anderson, SC08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH07.2022
Certification - Phlebotomy
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC11.2021
Skills
- Duties related to preparation of surgical and autopsy specimens for a pathologist
- Tasks related to phlebotomy and specimen collection
- HIPPA Compliance
- Patient care and empathy
- Verbal/written communication
- Customer- and service-oriented
Certification
- Adult/Pediatric CPR/AED and First Aid Certified
- Phlebotomy Certification
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Saint Francis Hospital
01.2022 - 11.2022
Sales Associate
Ark Exotics
10.2019 - 03.2021
Laboratory Prep
University of North Georgia
06.2018 - 08.2018
Student Researcher
FUSE Program
05.2018 - 06.2018
Master of Science - Pathology Assistant
Anderson University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Southern New Hampshire University
Certification - Phlebotomy
Greenville Technical College