Kayleigh O'Brien
Sparta
Summary
Certified Phlebotomist with extensive training and hands-on experience in venipuncture, capillary puncture and special collection techniques. Quick to build rapport with patients and successful at reducing patients' anxiety or discomfort. Current undergraduate student at North Carolina State University, majoring in Life Sciences with a concentration in Human Biology.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Basketball Counselor
Breakthrough Basketball
Sussex County
06.2024 - Current
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Troubleshot minor problems and reported larger technical issues.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
Youth Basketball Counselor
Sparta High School
Sparta
06.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated ability to motivate players to reach peak performance levels through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Enforced rules of conduct to ensure athletes remain focused on their goals.
- Explained and enforced safety rules and regulations.
Babysitter
Personal
Sparta
01.2021 - Current
- Entertained and engaged with children using games, crafts, and other activities.
- Displayed patience and understanding when dealing with difficult situations involving children.
- Monitored safety of children at all times to reduce risks.
Phlebotomy Student
Phlebotomy School of New Jersey
Sparta
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Collected blood samples using proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Prepared patients for procedures by explaining the blood draw process.
- Maintained sterile environments by adhering to cleanliness standards.
- Operated and maintained equipment used for blood collection procedures.
Executive Board Secretary
Sparta High School
Sparta
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Performed general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management database systems and performing basic bookkeeping work.
- Attended meetings to record minutes.
- Greeted visitors and determined whether should be given access to specific individuals.
Volunteer
Pass it Along
Sparta
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Grew ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision.
- Demonstrated interpersonal abilities by working collaboratively with other volunteers on various projects.
- Developed strong communication skills while providing customer service to visitors at volunteer center.
Key Club Member
Key Club
Sparta
06.2020 - 06.2024
- Represented organization and promoted objectives at events.
- Volunteered around Sussex County with peers and supervisors.
- Visited VFW centers, senior homes, food pantries, and many more places to help people less fortunate.
Optometry Intern
Sparta Eye Associates
Sparta
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Displayed strong interpersonal skills when interacting with staff members.
- Received positive feedback from supervisors regarding ability to quickly learn new concepts related to optometry practices.
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
Youth Basketball Assistant Coach
Sparta PAL
Sparta
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Provided instruction on proper warm-up techniques to prevent injuries.
- Assessed player skillsets to develop strategies, highlighting strengths and minimizing weaknesses during games.
- Instructed athletes in fundamental skills, strategy, and physical training.
- Served as appropriate role model for student-athletes through instruction and action.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - HUMAN BIOLOGY
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC, US05.2028
Phlebotomy Technician Certification - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy School of New Jersey
Sparta06-2025
High School Diploma -
Sparta High School
Sparta, New Jersey06.2024
Skills
- Clinical observations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Patient care
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability
- Blood collection
- Patient preparation
- Sample handling
- Skin puncture technique
- Venipuncture technique
References
References available upon request
Volunteer Experience
- EXECUTIVE BOARD SECRETARY, Sparta High School, Sparta, NJ, 08/01/22, 06/01/24, Performed general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management database systems and performing basic bookkeeping work., Attended meetings to record minutes., Greeted visitors and determined whether should be given access to specific individuals.
- VOLUNTEER, Pass it Along, Sparta, NJ, 08/01/20, 06/01/24, Grew ability to work independently while completing assigned tasks without direct supervision., Demonstrated interpersonal abilities by working collaboratively with other volunteers on various projects., Developed strong communication skills while providing customer service to visitors at volunteer center.
- KEY CLUB MEMBER, Key Club, Sparta, NJ, 06/01/20, 06/01/24, Represented organization and promoted objectives at events., Volunteered around Sussex County with peers and supervisors., Visited VFW centers, senior homes, food pantries, and many more places to help people less fortunate.
Awards
- Science National Honors Society
- Spanish Seal of Biliteracy
- History National Honors Society
- National Art Honors Society
- Biomedical STEM Academy
- Spanish National Honors Society
- Math National Honors Society
- President's Scholar List
Certification
Phlebotomy Technitian
Timeline
Phlebotomy Student
Phlebotomy School of New Jersey
05.2025 - 06.2025
Basketball Counselor
Breakthrough Basketball
06.2024 - Current
Optometry Intern
Sparta Eye Associates
10.2023 - 05.2024
Executive Board Secretary
Sparta High School
08.2022 - 06.2024
Youth Basketball Assistant Coach
Sparta PAL
10.2021 - 02.2023
Youth Basketball Counselor
Sparta High School
06.2021 - Current
Babysitter
Personal
01.2021 - Current
Volunteer
Pass it Along
08.2020 - 06.2024
Key Club Member
Key Club
06.2020 - 06.2024
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) - HUMAN BIOLOGY
North Carolina State University
Phlebotomy Technician Certification - Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy School of New Jersey
High School Diploma -
Sparta High School
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