AMANDA GOLIGHTLY
Mineola,US
Summary
Diligent and dependable individual with a strong work ethic, possessing the ability to quickly grasp new concepts and adapt seamlessly to evolving work environments. Consistently delivers results, whether collaborating as part of a team or working independently. Patient and kind nature fosters positive relationships with colleagues and patients alike. Unwavering loyalty ensures a dedicated approach to work and the people served.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
UT Health East Texas Physicians at North Campus in Tyler
Tyler, TX
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Venipuncture and other CT procedures were performed by me
- Gathered tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays
- Used vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles to collect blood samples
- Kept patients safe by adhering to infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal guidelines
- Prioritized my daily tasks based on the priority of the collections
- Checked blood and specimen collection orders for accuracy, notifying nurses or physicians if there were any discrepancies between the order and the nursing station logs
- Spoke with the patient in order to obtain information for lab records, as well as to alleviate fear or anxiety and maximize cooperation
- Labeled vacutainer tubes correctly with the patient's name, date, and time of collection
- Used a vacuum tube, a syringe, or a butterfly venipuncture to draw blood from veins
- Kept track of the specimens I collected by initialing, dating, and noting the date and time of collection
- Stocked the appropriate supplies in the phlebotomy cart or carrier
- Trained and used EPIC software for all documentation and for blood samples and patient information.
Lead Certified Nursing Assistant
Watkins-Logan Texas State Veterans Home
Tyler, TX
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Provided everyday care for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer's and Dementia
- Documented any changes of residents behavior daily
- Maintained quality care in a safe, and clean environment
- Increased patient satisfaction by assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and exercising
- Guided
- Responded to patient alarms and requests for needs assessments in order to determine the best course of treatment
- Used aseptic technique to clean and sanitize rooms and equipment to prevent infection and cross-contamination
- Updated the interdisciplinary care team on status updates and documented information in patient charts.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greenbrier Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Tyler
Tyler, TX
08.2014 - 03.2015
- Increased patient satisfaction by assisting people with personal tasks like dressing and walking
- Built relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals in order to help patients achieve their personal care plan goals
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
- Followed and enforced safety protocols to protect patients and workers
- Assisted patients with their daily needs, such as feeding and bathing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Azalea Trails
Grand Saline, TX
01.2012 - 07.2014
- Increased patient satisfaction by assisting people with personal tasks like dressing and walking
- Built relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals in order to help patients achieve their personal care plan goals
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
- Followed and enforced safety protocols to protect patients and workers
- Was in charge of monitoring fluid outputs, recording results, and collecting specimens for testing
- Assisted with daily living activities and coordinated and ensured a safe patient living environment
- Assisted patients with their daily needs, such as feeding and bathing
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, and other hygiene requirements.
Education
CPR/BLS -
Emergency Management Resources
Dallas, TX04.2024
RDA -
Tyler Dental Assistant School
Tyler, TX01.2024
Certified Phlebotomist Technician -
BAH Career Training Institute
Garland, TX01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Mineola Healthacre
Mineola, TX03.2013
GED -
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TX01.2010
Skills
- Caregiving
- Alzheimer care
- Dementia care
- Memory care
- Critical care experience
- Hospice
- Nursing home
- Home care
- CNA
- Medical Assistant
- CPR Certified
- Vitals
- Medication administer
- Phlebotomy
- Lab experience
- Infection control training
- Specimen collection and processing
- Lab procedures
- Venipuncture
- Plasma
- Medical records
- Experience administering injections
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- EPIC software trained
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomist
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPR Certified
- Trained Medical Assistant
Timeline
Phlebotomist
UT Health East Texas Physicians at North Campus in Tyler
06.2021 - 01.2022
Lead Certified Nursing Assistant
Watkins-Logan Texas State Veterans Home
01.2015 - 07.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greenbrier Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Tyler
08.2014 - 03.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Azalea Trails
01.2012 - 07.2014
CPR/BLS -
Emergency Management Resources
RDA -
Tyler Dental Assistant School
Certified Phlebotomist Technician -
BAH Career Training Institute
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Mineola Healthacre
GED -
Tyler Junior College