Kyinte Stafford
Phlebotomist
Citra,FL
Summary
Seeking a position where I can utilize my skills as well as my education to provide excellent service to customers of all ages.
- Hardworking and dedicated Medical Assistant with experience in the field.
- Flexible, Punctual, Outgoing, and A Team Player.
- Able to work under pressure, able to follow rules and policy, and able to follow directions given by Management.
- Able to work without supervision.
- Enjoy working with others and Learning new skills.
- Great customer service skills.
Phlebotomy professional with strong leadership skills and focus on patient care and safety. Skilled in venipuncture, specimen handling, and maintaining compliance with health regulations. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving needs. Dependable and results-driven with commitment to excellence in healthcare. Healthcare professional prepared for supervisory role in phlebotomy, bringing valuable experience in managing clinical staff and streamlining blood collection procedures. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability to changing healthcare needs. Skills include quality assurance, patient care, and leadership.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomy Supervisor
UF Health Shands Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Notified management of compliance and workplace safety issues from department and recommended simple solutions.
- Performed tasks as member of line staff to reduce wait time.
- Monitored customer service and supported staff in resolving patient concerns to maximize workflows.
- Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste and controlling costs.
- Ensured accurate patient identification and proper specimen labeling, minimizing errors in test results.
- Reduced wait times for patients through effective scheduling and coordination of phlebotomy staff.
- Supervised employees at multiple sites and reporting locations to maintain consistent practices across company.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring they were equipped with necessary skills to succeed in their roles.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
Lab Assistant
LabCorp
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Ensured accurate test results with proper use of lab equipment and adherence to protocols.
Lab Assistant
Florida Department Of Health West Palm Beach
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
- Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
- Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing equipment, supplies, and samples.
- Ensured accurate test results with proper use of lab equipment and adherence to protocols.
- Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
Nursing Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Group Lead Phlebotomist
CSL Plasma
08.2018 - 09.2020
- Responsibilities include verifying donor and performing phlebotomy duties to collect donation from the donor
- Monitored group performance on a regular basis, analyzing data and trends to identify areas for improvement.
- Responsible for trouble shooting equipment in the clinic
- Responsible for making sure the donor floor has order and runs smoothly
- Responsible for helping others with venipunctures and flow issues
Nursing Assistant
Department of Veteran's Affairs
03.2017 - 02.2018
- Responsibilities include taking and documenting vital signs, performing EKG's, and performing Phlebotomy duties
- Working along with nursing staff to provide the best care for the patients
- Greeting the family members and guests that enter the unit
- Responsible for performing transfers with the use of assistive devices; communicates with patients, families, visitors and staff in a positive manner
- Providing personal nursing care such as providing pre and post-operative care
- Support duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus
- Caring for mentally ill patients, including observing, recording, and reporting changes in their behavior, and providing reassurance and encouragement
- Assisting surgeons and registered nurses in operating room activities, including passing instruments, maintaining sterile conditions, and draping and positioning patients
- Ability to assist in the full range of nursing care to patients/residents with physical and/or behavioral problems in a hospital, long term care or outpatient setting under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse
- Ability to communicate orally with patients/residents, families, interdisciplinary team and other personnel
- Which includes serving as a preceptor to new (NAs) by assisting with the coordination of their orientation and overseeing/assessing their practical experience while in a clinical setting
- Ability to recognize and react to emergent patient/resident care situations and intervene while waiting for assistance
- Recognizing need for basic life support, controlling bleeding and assisting with behavior crisis, etc
Unit Secretary/PCA
Broward General Medical Center
11.2006 - 11.2017
- Responsibilities include taking and documenting vital signs, performing EKG's, and performing Phlebotomy
- Working along side Nursing staff to provide the best care for the patients
- Greeting the family members and guests that enter the unit
- Placing orders in the computer from the Doctors, scanning, making copies, faxing, filing papers, and filling out forms
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Ultra Sound Diagnostics
Lauderdale Lakes, FL05.2003
Skills
- CPR Certified
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Phlebotomy
- Taking and documenting vital signs
- Laboratory tasks
- Computer tasks
- Problem solving
- Venipuncture
- Adaptable problem-solving
- Sample and specimen collection
- Team leadership
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Employee training and development
Certification
Medical Assistant Certification, UltraSound Diagnostics, 05/01/03
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Timeline
Phlebotomy Supervisor
UF Health Shands Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Lab Assistant
LabCorp
04.2023 - 10.2023
Lab Assistant
Florida Department Of Health West Palm Beach
03.2022 - 02.2023
Nursing Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
08.2020 - 07.2021
Group Lead Phlebotomist
CSL Plasma
08.2018 - 09.2020
Nursing Assistant
Department of Veteran's Affairs
03.2017 - 02.2018
Unit Secretary/PCA
Broward General Medical Center
11.2006 - 11.2017
Graduate Certificate - Medical Assistant
Ultra Sound Diagnostics
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