Nautika Garwood

I preform health histories and physical exams on potential donors.

I use my phlebotomy knowledge and skills to preform successful venipunctures.

• Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
• Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
• Assembled tourniquets, needles, and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
• Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
• Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.

• Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
• Interpreted laboratory results to provide technical advice to scientists.
• Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
• Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work.
• Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
• Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data.

• Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
• Organized small groups of children while transitioning to and from outdoor play.
• Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
• Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
• Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
• Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.

• Supervised programming and administrative facets of temporary homeless shelter for women and children.
• Preparing meals for residents.
• Supervised medication intake.

• Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
• Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
• Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
• Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
• I worked on the dementia ward and assisted residents.

• Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
• Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
• Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
• Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.