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Dena Lott

Junction City,KS

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled Phlebotomist with 12 years of hands-on experience performing venipuncture, capillary draws, and specimen collection in diverse healthcare environments, including multiple nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Proven expertise in providing compassionate, efficient care to elderly, children and medically complex patients while maintaining strict infection control, high first-stick success rates, and accurate labeling/handling protocols. Adaptable professional with a military brat background, thriving in dynamic, travel-oriented settings and quickly adjusting to new teams, facilities, and patient needs.
"Eager to apply proven skills in on-site and in-home blood collections across nursing homes and private residences in a flexible, travel-based position."

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Machine Operator/Loader

AGI Hutchinson/Mayrath
Clay Center, KS
07.2025 - 10.2025

• Developed and implemended efficient warehouse operations, including order fulfillment, shipping and receiving, storage, and distribution of materials.

• Provided support for other departments when needed by performing various duties as requested.

• Operated production machinery in a safe and efficient manner, while adhering to all safety protocols.

• Follow detailed instructions from work orders to complete assigned tasks correctly.

Material Handler/Area Trainer

Footlocker Distribution Center
Junction City, KS
10.2021 - 10.2024
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
  • Utilized RF handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution center.
  • Kept work areas clean, safe, organized and free of debris at all times.

Phlebotomist

Geary Community Hospital
Junction City, KS
04.2004 - 10.2016
  • Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques to ensure patient comfort and safety.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
  • Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sterilization of phlebotomy equipment, ensuring patient safety.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ansbach American High School
Ansbach, West Germany
06.1990

Skills

Patient confidentiality

Emergency response training

Multi-sample collection

Teamwork and collaboration

Organizational skills

Certified in CPR/AED

Certification

BLS/AED CERTIFICATION

CONCEAL CARRY CERTIFICATION

TRAINING CERTIFICATION

Timeline

Machine Operator/Loader

AGI Hutchinson/Mayrath
07.2025 - 10.2025

Material Handler/Area Trainer

Footlocker Distribution Center
10.2021 - 10.2024

Phlebotomist

Geary Community Hospital
04.2004 - 10.2016

High School Diploma -

Ansbach American High School
Dena Lott