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Kelsie Pacheco

Boiling Springs ,SC

Summary

Broad understanding of Criminal Law and the Criminal Justice System. Goal-oriented, with strong leadership skills. Highly organized and independent; able to effectively coordinate tasks to accomplish projects within a timely manner. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Stay at Home Parent

Freelancing
09.2019 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • During this time I was able to get my Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice.

Phlebotomist

Mobile Phlebotomy
02.2018 - 09.2019
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Followed physician orders when administering therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors, and obtaining medical histories.
  • Operated with high integrity, built trust, and earned sustained credibility with internal and external clientele.
  • Performed laboratory tests to assist physicians in diagnosis.

Corrections Officer

Florida Department Of Corrections
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Assisted in reducing drug-related offenses through diligent narcotics investigations and arrests.
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
  • Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.
  • Oversaw and maintained custody of 175 inmates in maximum security.
  • Developed reputation for professionalism and integrity, serving as a role model for fellow officers in the performance of daily duties and adherence to ethical standards.
  • Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
  • Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
  • Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Gathered information from security investigations by processing evidence.

Phlebotomist

South Georgia Medical Center
05.2018 - 09.2018
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.
  • Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 40 times per day.
  • Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
  • Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists.
  • Organized daily work based on collection priority.
  • Accurately labeled vacutainer tubes with patient name, date and time of collection.
  • Performed bedside tests like bleeding time tests and entered results into patient charts.
  • Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.

Donor Services Specialist

OneBlood
12.2016 - 06.2017
  • Collect's blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepare them for lab testing
  • Obtains medical history and vitals from donors and/or patients
  • Perform phlebotomy and collection procedures to collect blood or blood components
  • Display excellent customer service and professionalism towards all customers
  • Assist with the recruitment of potential apheresis, and bone marrow donors
  • Provide leadership, instruction, and guidance to the collection staff during blood drives

Phlebotomist

Leesburg Regional Medical Center
09.2016 - 11.2016
  • Obtain blood samples for medical testing
  • Provide empathy, with the ability to put nervous and distressed patients at ease
  • Practical skills and a steady hand
  • Show the ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately
  • Outstanding communication and patient-handling skills
  • Thorough understanding of phlebotomy protocols, compliance and safety
  • Proficient in collecting blood by venipuncture and capillary techniques, urine drug screen collections, alcohol testing, paternity collections

Shift Lead

Florida Hospital East Orlando
09.2014 - 05.2016
  • Shift lead over staff
  • Technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory procedures or processes performed in department or work area assigned
  • Communicate verbally and in written form in English with patients, staff, and customers of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner
  • In the absence of the Manager throughout various shifts, facilitates workflow and problem resolution
  • Perform various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area; acts as a proficient resource for all departmental tasks and training
  • Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines and supports education to clinical staff
  • Encouraged creative thinking, problem solving, and empowerment as part of the facility management group to improve morale and teamwork
  • Made strategic decisions regarding future targets
  • Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings and staff events
  • Ordered and distributed office supplies while adhering to a fixed office budget

Laboratory secertary/assistant

Clinical Pathology Laboratories
01.2012 - 03.2014
  • Department secretary
  • Coordinated work between multiple departments
  • Review and check all patient data and supporting documents
  • Code and process applications into required electronic format
  • Maintain activity logs and prepare reports
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail
  • Maintained a clean reception area, including lounge and associated areas
  • Strengthened client relationships through consistent follow-up communication and efficient problem resolution.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
  • Elevated company reputation through meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of work output.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA

Skills

  • Flexible and reliable worker motivated with a strong desire to learn
  • Strong knowledge of medical terminology
  • Excellent leadership skills
  • Initiative and problem-solving abilities
  • Neat and organized
  • Advanced in Microsoft
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Relationship building and management
  • Flexibility/Adaptability/Managing Multiple Priorities

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) 2014-Current

Registered Phlebotomy Technician

Timeline

Stay at Home Parent

Freelancing
09.2019 - Current

Corrections Officer

Florida Department Of Corrections
05.2019 - 07.2019

Phlebotomist

South Georgia Medical Center
05.2018 - 09.2018

Phlebotomist

Mobile Phlebotomy
02.2018 - 09.2019

Donor Services Specialist

OneBlood
12.2016 - 06.2017

Phlebotomist

Leesburg Regional Medical Center
09.2016 - 11.2016

Shift Lead

Florida Hospital East Orlando
09.2014 - 05.2016

Laboratory secertary/assistant

Clinical Pathology Laboratories
01.2012 - 03.2014

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Valdosta State University

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