KIONDRA EDWARDS
North Charleston
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.Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Trident Medical Center
North Charleston, SC
07.2025 - Current
- Collected blood samples following strict protocols to ensure patient safety and sample integrity.
- Performed venipunctures and capillary draws with precision, minimizing discomfort for patients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and specimen collection using electronic health systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to streamline blood draw processes, enhancing patient flow efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on phlebotomy techniques and best practices for specimen handling.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold compliance with regulatory standards in laboratory procedures.
- Developed training materials to improve onboarding processes for new phlebotomists, fostering a consistent approach to care.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
FLOAT-PHLEBOTOMIST
Labcorp
Walterboro, SC, USA
09.2024 - Current
FLOAT-PHLEBOTOMIST
Labcorp
Walterboro, SC, USA
09.2024 - Current
PHLEBOTOMIST CONTRACT
Pride Health
Walterboro, SC, USA
07.2024 - 09.2024
PHLEBOTOMIST CONTRACT
Pride Health
Walterboro, SC, USA
07.2024 - 09.2024
PHLEBOTOMIST PRN
Hampton Regional Medical Center
Hampton, SC, USA
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Conducted precise blood draws, ensuring accurate sample collection for diagnostic tests.
- Maintained meticulous records and adhered to strict safety protocols.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse patients, alleviating anxiety during procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient experience.
- Managed specimen labeling and processing with utmost accuracy.
- Implemented efficient workflow strategies, reducing wait times and improving patient satisfaction.
- Consistently met daily blood draw quotas while maintaining high quality standards.
- Contributed to department's improved turnaround times for lab results.
- Adapted quickly to new phlebotomy techniques and technologies.
- Proposed process improvements that enhanced efficiency and patient comfort.
PHLEBOTOMIST PRN
Hampton Regional Medical Center
Hampton, SC, USA
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Prepared and packaged specimens for courier transport.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Collected specimens for drug screens, paternity tests and alcohol tests.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Entered patient information and test orders into computer systems accurately.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Conducted precise blood draws, ensuring accurate sample collection for diagnostic tests.
- Maintained meticulous records and adhered to strict safety protocols.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse patients, alleviating anxiety during procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient experience.
- Managed specimen labeling and processing with utmost accuracy.
- Implemented efficient workflow strategies, reducing wait times and improving patient satisfaction.
- Consistently met daily blood draw quotas while maintaining high quality standards.
- Contributed to department's improved turnaround times for lab results.
- Adapted quickly to new phlebotomy techniques and technologies.
- Proposed process improvements that enhanced efficiency and patient comfort.
PHLEBOTOMIST VOLUNTEER
OneBlood
Charleston, SC, USA
01.2023 - 01.2024
PHLEBOTOMIST VOLUNTEER
OneBlood
Charleston, SC, USA
01.2023 - 01.2024
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Walgreens
Remote, USA
01.2019 - 01.2023
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Walgreens
Remote, USA
01.2019 - 01.2023
STUDENT MEDICAL ASSISTANT (EXTERNSHIP)
Walterboro Adult & Pediatric Medicine
Walterboro, SC, USA
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Drawing blood from patients following venipuncture protocols.
- Completing pertinent paperwork such as, facility logs and requisitions.
- Preparing tube labels correctly and legibly.
- Submitting accurate payroll time sheets and work/travel mileage logs to Supervisor.
- Adhering to facility rules (being punctual, dressing appropriately, and following protocol regarding any issues that may arise).
- Picking-up other specimens from the facilities in assigned route.
- Transporting collected specimens timely to the designated location.
STUDENT MEDICAL ASSISTANT (EXTERNSHIP)
Walterboro Adult & Pediatric Medicine
Walterboro, SC, USA
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Drawing blood from patients following venipuncture protocols.
- Completing pertinent paperwork such as, facility logs and requisitions.
- Preparing tube labels correctly and legibly.
- Submitting accurate payroll time sheets and work/travel mileage logs to Supervisor.
- Adhering to facility rules (being punctual, dressing appropriately, and following protocol regarding any issues that may arise).
- Picking-up other specimens from the facilities in assigned route.
- Transporting collected specimens timely to the designated location.
Education
MEDICAL ASSISTING - undefined
Herzing University-Madison
01.2022
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Blood collection
- Infant Care
- Venipuncture
- Patient Care
- Specimen collection and storage
- Vital Signs
- Experience Administering Injections
Personal Information
Title: Phlebotomist
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Trident Medical Center
07.2025 - Current
FLOAT-PHLEBOTOMIST
Labcorp
09.2024 - Current
FLOAT-PHLEBOTOMIST
Labcorp
09.2024 - Current
PHLEBOTOMIST CONTRACT
Pride Health
07.2024 - 09.2024
PHLEBOTOMIST CONTRACT
Pride Health
07.2024 - 09.2024
PHLEBOTOMIST PRN
Hampton Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - 08.2024
PHLEBOTOMIST PRN
Hampton Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - 08.2024
PHLEBOTOMIST VOLUNTEER
OneBlood
01.2023 - 01.2024
PHLEBOTOMIST VOLUNTEER
OneBlood
01.2023 - 01.2024
STUDENT MEDICAL ASSISTANT (EXTERNSHIP)
Walterboro Adult & Pediatric Medicine
01.2022 - 12.2022
STUDENT MEDICAL ASSISTANT (EXTERNSHIP)
Walterboro Adult & Pediatric Medicine
01.2022 - 12.2022
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Walgreens
01.2019 - 01.2023
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Walgreens
01.2019 - 01.2023
MEDICAL ASSISTING - undefined
Herzing University-Madison