Kia Littleton

Participated in weekly team meetings to develop better plans and revise proper protocols to meet objectives.

• Collected and organized economic data for reports, meetings and policies.
• Conducted observation, visualization techniques and semi-structured interviews and surveys for data collection at A research field site in Morehead KY.
• Evaluated potential subject participants to assess suitability for planned studies.
• Performed valid and accurate research for Care2Hope.
• Developed working relationships with various subjects in Rural Eastern KY.
• Conducted research surveys and interviews with people who use drugs and other key members of the community, as well as building relationships with key community stakeholders.
• Conducted outreach to recruit participants, screened prospective participants for eligibility, scheduled interviews and surveys, conducted in-person and phone-based interviews.
• Conducted rapid HIV, HCV and sexually transmitted infection testing (oral or finger stick) after becoming trained and state certified.
• Drew Blood samples on HCV positive Participants.
• Processed Blood samples to be shipped to the outreach Laboratory for analysis.

• Practiced infection control standards at all times.
• Collected and tracked specimens.
• Handled insurance verification to validate patient insurance information.
• Determined donor eligibility by conducting screenings, interviewing prospective donors and obtaining medical histories.
• Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
• Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
• Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
• Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
• Assisted with office procedures by monitoring patient flow, performing telephone screening and maintaining sample drug lists.
• Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
• Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks mulitiple times per day.
• Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments and changing solutions.
• Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.

• Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks.
• Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
• Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
• Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
• Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Developed team communications and information for meetings.

• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
• Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
• Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
• Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
• Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
• Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
• Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
• Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
• Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.