Kayrah Wills
West Orange,NJ
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in direct patient care and medication management. Proven ability to maintain safety protocols and document client progress effectively. Seeking to leverage skills in client communication and daily living support to enhance patient outcomes. Equipped with strong problem solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Experienced with venipuncture and blood collection techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Utilizes strong communication skills to provide clear instructions and reassure patients during procedures.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Tender Care
Morris Plains, NJ
05.2022 - Current
- Created a clean, safe, and well-organized environment for patients.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities to enhance independence.
Phlebotomy Student
Pineheart Institute
Fair Lawn, NJ
03.2026 - 04.2026
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws with precision to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Implemented infection control protocols to uphold safety standards during procedures.
- Conducted quality control checks on equipment to ensure operational readiness and reliability.
- Monitored patient reactions during procedures, providing immediate support as needed.
- Improved patient comfort by applying gentle venipuncture techniques and exhibiting compassionate care.
- Supported successful accreditation efforts by diligently adhering to regulatory requirements for phlebotomy practice within the facility.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
Internship Student
Gastrocure
West Orange, NJ
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted physicians during endoscopic procedures, maintaining sterile environments and supporting patient safety.
- Recorded detailed patient histories and vital signs, enhancing accuracy of medical records.
- Shadowed staff and learned advanced work.
- Maintained a sterile environment during all gastroenterology procedures, adhering to strict infection control protocols to protect both patients and staff members.
- Prepared for upcoming procedures by effectively setting up and tearing down rooms.
- Set up patient charts and documented information while ensuring confidentiality.
- EHR
Education
High School Diploma -
East Orange High School
East Orange, NJ06.2017
Skills
- Direct patient care
- First aid
- Client documentation
- Health and safety requirements
- Daily living support
- Patient documentation
- Safety requirements
- Crisis intervention
- Emergency response
- EKG
- Leadership
- Medication administration
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medical records management
- Time management
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Butterfly needle technique
- HIPAA compliance
- Capillary puncture
- Patient preparation
- Medical terminology
- Personal protective equipment usage
- Health and safety
- Blood collection
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Phlebotomy technician (PT)
- Written and verbal communication
- Certified in Adult First Aid/CPR
- Medical Scheduling
- Organization
- Microsoft Office ( Word, Excel )
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- NHA Certified
Timeline
Phlebotomy Student
Pineheart Institute
03.2026 - 04.2026
Internship Student
Gastrocure
03.2025 - 05.2025
Direct Support Professional
Tender Care
05.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
East Orange High School