Avonni Ridgner
Country Club Hills,IL
Summary
Committed Phlebotomy Student with relevant exposure to blood sample collection, storage, and handling. Demonstrate strengths in patient comfort, lab safety procedures, and medical record management. Known for maintaining accuracy under pressure while ensuring high standards of patient care and compliance. Experience includes internships at well-respected healthcare facilities, contributing to efficient laboratory functions.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Help at Home
Homewood, Illinois
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
Administrative Assistant
Odyssey Fun World
Tinley Park, Illinois
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
- Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
- Responded to customer issues to provide immediate resolution and improve retention.
- Trained staff members in processes and procedures.
- Managed cafe and party hosting.
Education
Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Palos Heights, IL01-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, ILSkills
- Attention to detail
- Documentation: Proficient in maintaining accurate records, and adhering to compliance standards
- Phlebotomy techniques include venipuncture, capillary sticks, and butterfly draws
- Knowledge of phlebotomy equipment and procedures
- Infection control: Knowledgeable in sterile techniques, and infection prevention practices
- Sample handling
- Interpersonal communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring patient care
- Teamwork
- Compassion and empathy
- Problem solving: Quick to address and resolve issues during blood collection procedures
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Caregiver
Help at Home
09.2023 - 05.2024
Administrative Assistant
Odyssey Fun World
06.2022 - 06.2023
Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy Training Specialist
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Eastern Illinois University