Nezha Zaidi
Plainfield,Illinois
Summary
Focused phlebotomist offering over 2 years of experience and expertise in performing venipuncture on newborn to geriatric patients. Accomplished in quickly building rapport with patients with excellent bedside manners and proficiency in easing patient anxiety. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality control.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Silver Cross Hospital
New Lenox, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Verifie patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Perform venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Prepare specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Adhere to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Follow all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Provide excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Collecte specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Maintaine a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Participate in continuing education to stay current with phlebotomy practices.
Phlebotomist Technician
AdventHealth
Bolingbrook, IL
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Obtained a variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Maintained compliance with all safety regulations in labeling and storing specimens, resulting in a 30% reduction in unusable site samples.
- Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
- Performed all necessary handling and centrifugation of samples, with less than 1% of samples lost to human error.
Caregiver
Sahara HomeCare
Bolingbrook, IL
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Education
Associate of Arts -
University Ibn Tofail
Kenitra, Morocco08.2003
Some College (No Degree) -
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, ILSkills
- Detail-Oriented
- Medical Record
- Patient Communication
- Teamwork
- Specimen Preparation
- Capillary Blood Collection
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Certification
- Certified phlebotomist, [Joliet Junior College] - [2020].
- Basic Life Support(CPR and AED),[ American Heart Association].
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Silver Cross Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Phlebotomist Technician
AdventHealth
01.2020 - 07.2023
Caregiver
Sahara HomeCare
06.2017 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts -
University Ibn Tofail
Some College (No Degree) -
Joliet Junior College
Similar Profiles
Urooj AhmedUrooj Ahmed
Medical Assistant - Cancer Center at Silver Cross Hospital, Silver Cross BoulevardMedical Assistant - Cancer Center at Silver Cross Hospital, Silver Cross Boulevard
Tessa JohnsonTessa Johnson
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Silver Cross HospitalRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Silver Cross Hospital
Samantha RutkoskiSamantha Rutkoski
Patient Transporter at Silver Cross HospitalPatient Transporter at Silver Cross Hospital
Jacqueline PajonJacqueline Pajon
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Silver Cross HospitalRegistered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit at Silver Cross Hospital
Kristal CruzKristal Cruz
First Party Medical Payment Adjuster at Travelers InsuranceFirst Party Medical Payment Adjuster at Travelers Insurance