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Heather Kress

72 Holly Glen Lane South, Berkeley Heights,NJ

Summary

Diligent Phlebotomist with hands-on experience in collecting blood samples and ensuring patient comfort. Applied precise techniques in venipuncture and capillary puncture, assisting in accurate diagnosis and patient care. Demonstrated excellent patient interaction and meticulous attention to safety protocols.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Takeout Manager

Delicious Heights
05.2022 - Current
  • Lead team in daily operations to ensure high-quality service and customer satisfaction.
  • Solve complex interpersonal conflicts by listening closely and determining solutions that satisfy the needs of employees and the company.
  • Maintain order accuracy and clear labeling on over 45 orders a day in a time sensitive environment.
  • Stay organized, restock supplies, and maintain a clean work area.
  • Handle cash transactions and maintain accurate cash drawer and balanced end-of-shift reports.

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Clinical Training (Phlebotomy & EKG)

Phlebotomy Training Specialists
09.2025 - 10.2025
  • Performed 80+ successful venipunctures using straight and butterfly techniques.
  • Tutored peers in proper safety and handling of venipuncture equipment.
  • Mastered safe tube handling, labeling, and specimen processing steps.
  • Utilized a centrifuge to aid in the performance of complex blood analysis.
  • Demonstrated competency in lab safety and cleanup routines.
  • Trained in vital signs collection and respectful patient interaction.
  • Completed 16 successful EKG readings.
  • Assisted a peer in the identification of a potential previously unknown heart illness.

Medication Delivery Driver

Medley Pharmacy
12.2020 - 03.2022
  • Followed HIPPA privacy laws when handling patient and delivery details.
  • Managed customer questions with patience and clear, polite updates.
  • Navigated to and delivered medication and supplies to 20+ patients a day without direct oversight.
  • Used safe handling steps to protect medications and reduce delivery errors.
  • Independently loaded vehicle with all required supplies and properly secured items to prevent damage to deliveries.
  • Kept meticulous records of deliveries, including invoices and delivery confirmations to ensure accurate tracking and billing processing.
  • Achieved record of zero accidents through adherence to traffic laws and safety protocols.

Education

High School Diploma -

Union Catholic Regional High School
Scotch Plains, NJ
05-2019

Skills

  • Patient Communication
  • Comfort Support
  • Sanitation Procedures
  • Infection control
  • Customer Service
  • Data Entry
  • Medical Terminology
  • Venipuncture
  • Order of Draw
  • Medical Records Handling

Certification

  • NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
  • BLS Provider
  • Phlebotomy & EKG Training Certificate

Timeline

Clinical Training (Phlebotomy & EKG)

Phlebotomy Training Specialists
09.2025 - 10.2025

Takeout Manager

Delicious Heights
05.2022 - Current

Medication Delivery Driver

Medley Pharmacy
12.2020 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

Union Catholic Regional High School