Deprise Hawkins
Private Family
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Skilled healthcare professional specializing in blood and urine specimen collection, labeling, and laboratory transport. Expertise in patient care, documentation, and infection control enhances operational efficiency in clinical settings. Strong communicator with proven ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams.
Work History
Nanny
- Provided attentive care and supervision for children in a safe environment.
- Assisted with daily routines, including meal preparation and hygiene practices.
- Adapted care strategies based on individual needs of each child.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding child's development and behavior.
- Remained calm under pressure, exercised sound judgment, and effectively solved problems in fast-paced situations.
Medical Assistant/Surgery Coordinator
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems to support streamlined operations.
- · Assembled and reviewed preoperative charts, ensuring required documentation, laboratory results, and physician orders were organized and available for upcoming procedures.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to a safe environment for patients and staff members.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of specimens, adhering to strict protocols for labeling and documentation.
- Coordinated with laboratory personnel to streamline sample processing, reducing turnaround times for test results.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- · Obtained and documented patient vital signs and performed EKGs as part of preoperative patient assessments.
Pool Lifeguard
- Monitored pool activities to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, providing first aid and CPR.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of pool facilities and equipment.
- Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
- · Advised and instructed approximately 20–30 participants in adult water aerobics classes, adapting instruction to varying skill levels and abilities.
- · Provided swimming instruction to groups of 10–15 children, demonstrating patience, attention to detail, and the ability to clearly communicate procedures.
- Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and strong attention to safety
Education
No Degree - Biology
- [Scholarship Name] Scholarship Recipient
No Degree - Biology
- Dean's List [Semester and Year]
Certified Phlebotomy Technician - Phlebotomy
- Other Certificates Earned: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified EKG Technician (CET), Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
High School Diploma
Skills
Patient care
Customer service
Specimen collection
Patient interaction
Emergency response
Specimen labeling
Specimen preparation
Quality control
Timeline
Nanny
Private Family
2018 - 2026Read More
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Virtua Health (formerly Our Lady of Lourdes) – Same Day Surgery
2014 - 2017Read More
Pool Lifeguard
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2008 - 2018Read More
Palm Beach Atlantic University
No Degree from Biology
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Camden County College
No Degree from Biology
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Merit Training Institute
Certified Phlebotomy Technician from Phlebotomy
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Burlington County Institute of Technology
High School Diploma
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