Crystal Strickland
Lancaster,SC
Summary
Driven and detail oriented phlebotomist with over 16 years of experience as a certified nursing assistant and medication tech. Highly skilled in venipuncture, capillary puncture as well as administratoring medication with precision and detail. Excellent communicator with comprehensive knowledge of patient care
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Caregiver
Private Duty
05.2019 - Current
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Data Collection Specialist
Pilgrim Pride
01.2021 - 2023
- Ensured compliance with legal guidelines and regulations during the entire data collection process.
- Leveraged talents in data analysis to uncover key insights and visualize data.
- Researched industry trends and developments, ensuring accurate data representation in reports.
CNA2 /Wound Care Technician/Certified Medication Aide
Brian Center Health and Rehabilitation
11.2014 - 08.2018
- Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Employed time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively without compromising patient care quality.
- Facilitated seamless shift changes by thoroughly documenting medication administration activities for incoming team members.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of medical emergencies, providing crucial assistance during critical situations as needed.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards, safeguarding sensitive patient information at all times during recordkeeping duties.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Attended wound care education programs to gain knowledge on most recent techniques and procedures available.
Phlebotomist
CSL Plasma
02.2016 - 2018
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure high-quality diagnostic services for patients.
- Reduced patient anxiety through compassionate communication and expert venipuncture techniques.
- Continuously updated phlebotomy knowledge through professional development courses, ensuring best practices were upheld.
- Achieved successful venipunctures.
CNA1 - Medication Aide - Shift Supervisor
Meadowview Terrace
11.2011 - 2014
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently maintaining and updating medication records for each patient.
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of state regulations regarding medication administration, staying current on updates as needed.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Identified and reported medication errors to avoid distributing wrong medication to patients.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Employed time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively without compromising patient care quality.
- Facilitated seamless shift changes by thoroughly documenting medication administration activities for incoming team members.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards, safeguarding sensitive patient information at all times during recordkeeping duties.
Education
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Stanley Community College
Albemarle, NC06-2012
Certified Nursing Assistant 2
South Piedmont Community College
Monroe, NC12-2011
Certified Medication Aide
South Piedmont Community College
Monroe, NC07-2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
South Piedmont Community College
Wadesboro, NC02-2011
Skills
- Emergency response skills
- Empathetic support
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Compassionate patient care
- Assistance with personal hygiene
- Client record management
- Medication administration
- Strong ethics
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Safety awareness
- HIPAA compliance
Accomplishments
Certified Phlebotomy Technician 2012
Certified Nursing Assistant 2 2011
Certified Medication Aide 2011
Certification
Certified Phlebotomy Technician 2012
Certified Nursing Assistant 2 2011
Certified Nursing Assistant 1 2011
Certified Medication Aide 2011
Timeline
Data Collection Specialist
Pilgrim Pride
01.2021 - 2023
Private Caregiver
Private Duty
05.2019 - Current
Phlebotomist
CSL Plasma
02.2016 - 2018
CNA2 /Wound Care Technician/Certified Medication Aide
Brian Center Health and Rehabilitation
11.2014 - 08.2018
CNA1 - Medication Aide - Shift Supervisor
Meadowview Terrace
11.2011 - 2014
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Stanley Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant 2
South Piedmont Community College
Certified Medication Aide
South Piedmont Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant
South Piedmont Community College