Dedicated and dependable healthcare professional with 6 years of experience as a Phlebotomist and currently advancing my nursing career toward becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Recognized for being courteous, reliable, and persistent, with the ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments while maintaining professionalism and compassion. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care, supporting healthcare teams, and continuously developing clinical knowledge and skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
OU Health
Oklahoma City, OK
07.2025 - Current
Performed venipuncture and capillary collection for diverse patient populations.
Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards.
Maintained accurate records of specimens collected and processed.
Trained new staff on phlebotomy techniques and laboratory procedures.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient care experiences.
Implemented workflow improvements to increase efficiency in specimen handling.
Monitored inventory levels of supplies and ordered materials as needed.
Conducted quality assurance checks on blood samples before analysis.
Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Organized daily work based on collection priority.
Phlebotomist
FusionMD
Del City, Oklahoma, United States
01.2018 - 05.2025
Draw blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Process blood or other fluid samples for further analysis by other medical professionals.
Administer subcutaneous or intramuscular injects, in accordance with licensing restrictions.
Collect specimens at specific time intervals for tests, such as those assessing therapeutic drug levels.
Enter patient, specimen, insurance, or billing information into computer.
Match laboratory requisition forms to specimen tubes.
Explain fluid or tissue collection procedures to patients.
Organize or clean blood-drawing trays, ensuring that all instruments are sterile and all needles, syringes, or related items are of first-time use.
Draw blood from capillaries by dermal puncture, such as heel or finger stick methods.
Certified Medication Aide
The Fountains At Canterbury
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
06.2015 - 08.2022
Administer medications or treatments, such as catheterizations, suppositories, irrigations, enemas, massages, or douches, as directed by a physician or nurse.
Change bed linens or make beds.
Record food and liquid consumption, as well as urine and feces output, and notify medical or nursing staff.
Serve food trays.
Observe or evaluate patients for signs of illness, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine.
Wash, groom, shave, or drape patients for surgery, therapy, or examination.
Record patients' height or weight.
Restock or empty bedpans.
Undress, wash, and dress disabled patients.
Help others lift patients onto or out of beds, examining tables, surgery tables, or stretchers.
Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
Help patients eat or drink.
Provide physical support to help patients get out of bed, bathe, dress, use the toilet, stand, walk, or exercise.
Remind patients to take their prescriptions or supplements.
Follow medical or nursing staff directions when taking vital signs.
Notify nurses of patient behavior, complaints, or symptoms.
Communicate with patients to assess feelings and needs for help or emotional support.
Reposition or turn bedridden individuals.
Medication Certified Nursing Assistant
Bradford Village
Edmond, Oklahoma, United States
12.2016 - 12.2018
Wash, groom, shave, or drape patients for surgery, therapy, or examination.
Collect information from caregivers, nurses, or doctors regarding patient conditions, treatments, or activities.
Remind patients to take their prescriptions or supplements.
Restock or empty bedpans.
Reposition or turn bedridden individuals.
Change bed linens or make beds.
Observe or evaluate patients for signs of illness, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine.
Follow medical or nursing staff directions when taking vital signs.
Undress, wash, and dress disabled patients.
Record patients' height or weight.
Administer medications or treatments, such as catheterizations, suppositories, irrigations, enemas, massages, or douches, as directed by a physician or nurse.
Provide physical support to help patients get out of bed, bathe, dress, use the toilet, stand, walk, or exercise.
Communicate with patients to assess feelings and needs for help or emotional support.
Record food and liquid consumption, as well as urine and feces output, and notify medical or nursing staff.
Help others lift patients onto or out of beds, examining tables, surgery tables, or stretchers.
Notify nurses of patient behavior, complaints, or symptoms.
Certified Medication Aide
Edmond Health & Rehab
Edmond, Oklahoma, United States
10.2015 - 10.2016
Notify nurses of patient behavior, complaints, or symptoms.
Inform visitors or callers with directions, visiting hours, and patient status.
Communicate with patients to assess feelings and needs for help or emotional support.
Record patients' height or weight.
Help patients eat or drink.
Restock or empty bedpans.
Record food and liquid consumption, as well as urine and feces output, and notify medical or nursing staff.
Remind patients to take their prescriptions or supplements.
Provide physical support to help patients get out of bed, bathe, dress, use the toilet, stand, walk, or exercise.
Administer medications or treatments, such as catheterizations, suppositories, irrigations, enemas, massages, or douches, as directed by a physician or nurse.
Undress, wash, and dress disabled patients.
Reposition or turn bedridden individuals.
Follow medical or nursing staff directions when taking vital signs.
Help others lift patients onto or out of beds, examining tables, surgery tables, or stretchers.
Wash, groom, shave, or drape patients for surgery, therapy, or examination.
Change bed linens or make beds.
Serve food trays.
Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bethany
Bethany, Oklahoma, United States
09.2013 - 10.2015
Restock or empty bedpans.
Change bed linens or make beds.
Wash, groom, shave, or drape patients for surgery, therapy, or examination.
Help others lift patients onto or out of beds, examining tables, surgery tables, or stretchers.
Serve food trays.
Communicate with patients to assess feelings and needs for help or emotional support.
Record food and liquid consumption, as well as urine and feces output, and notify medical or nursing staff.
Follow medical or nursing staff directions when taking vital signs.
Help patients eat or drink.
Collect urine, feces, or sputum samples.
Reposition or turn bedridden individuals.
Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
Observe or evaluate patients for signs of illness, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine.
Record patients' height or weight.
Provide physical support to help patients get out of bed, bathe, dress, use the toilet, stand, walk, or exercise.
Assist nurses or physicians in the operation of medical equipment or provision of patient care.
Undress, wash, and dress disabled patients.
Notify nurses of patient behavior, complaints, or symptoms.
Restock patient rooms with towels, washcloths, soap, and toilet paper.
Walmart Associate
Walmart Supercenter
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
05.2013 - 08.2015
Prepare items for sale or rental.
Exchange products for customers and accept returns.
Count money, separate charge slips, coupons, and vouchers, balance cash drawers, and make deposits.
Answered all consumer questions while managing cash register and front of the store in a friendly and knowledgeable manner.
Managed supplies, unloaded trucks, cleaned store/storefront, and stocked shelves.