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Emmy Salinas

Chicago,IL

Summary

Certified Phlebotomist well versed in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection procedures. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Phlebotomy Intern

12.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Reduced patient anxiety during blood draw procedures with empathetic communication style and gentle technique.
  • Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Proactively sought feedback from supervisors for continuous improvement in phlebotomy skills throughout the internship period.
  • Used personal protective equipment and hand washing correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
  • Implemented time management skills to effectively handle high patient volumes during busy periods.
  • Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Contributed to team efficiency by maintaining organized work stations and managing supplies inventory.

Driver

Uber
01.2016 - Current
  • Committed to the safety and successful transportation of goods and passengers to their destinations.
  • Safe driving practices and knowledge of traffic laws
  • Great communication and customer service.

Hostess, Server, Busser, Food runner

Evita Argentinian Steakhouse
01.2016 - 12.2023
  • Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.
  • Supervise dining room and staff to ensure guest satisfaction, addressing guests special requests or complaints
  • Communicate with managements, kitchen staff to make sure dining room details are handled properly
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.

Restorative Aide

Abington of Glenview
01.2018 - 03.2018
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Enhanced patient mobility by implementing individualized restorative care plans.
  • Educated patients on proper body mechanics and self-care techniques, reducing the risk of injury or rehospitalization.


Nursing Restorative Aide

Niles Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Enhanced patient mobility by implementing individualized restorative care plans to help recover their physical, emotional and mental health
  • Record resident’s monthly/weekly weights
  • Assisted patients in development of eating, dressing and grooming skills.
  • Coordinated with occupational and physical therapists to reinforce patient learning and ensure continuity of care between sessions.
  • Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers skillfully to enhance patient mobility and independence.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Supply Clerk

Resurrection/Presence Home Health
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Make record of care, condition and progress of patient
  • Facilitated timely order placement and receipt through effective communication with vendors, reducing inventory shortages.
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing medical supply inventory and maintaining accurate records.

Home Health Aide

Pacific Home Health Care
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Make record of care, condition and progress of patient.

Education

Basic Certificate in Phlebotomy -

Malcolm X College
12.2023

Associate in General Studies -

Wilbur Wright College
05.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Wilbur Wright College
08.2010

General Education Classes -

Northeastern Illinois University

High School Diploma -

Amundsen High School
01.2006

Skills

  • Venipuncture and capillary draws
  • Butterfly, syringe and straight needle technique
  • Order of draw
  • Specimen collection and handling
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Vital signs
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Infection and Quality Control
  • Bilingual

Timeline

Phlebotomy Intern

12.2023 - 12.2023

Restorative Aide

Abington of Glenview
01.2018 - 03.2018

Driver

Uber
01.2016 - Current

Hostess, Server, Busser, Food runner

Evita Argentinian Steakhouse
01.2016 - 12.2023

Nursing Restorative Aide

Niles Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
01.2013 - 01.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Supply Clerk

Resurrection/Presence Home Health
01.2011 - 01.2013

Home Health Aide

Pacific Home Health Care
01.2011 - 01.2013

Basic Certificate in Phlebotomy -

Malcolm X College

Associate in General Studies -

Wilbur Wright College

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Wilbur Wright College

General Education Classes -

Northeastern Illinois University

High School Diploma -

Amundsen High School

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