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Nicole Read

Grayling,MI

Summary

Newly Certified Phlebotomist with extensive training and hands-on experience in venipuncture, capillary puncture. Quick to build rapport with patients and successful at reducing patients' anxiety or discomfort. Willing to relocate if given time before employment is to begin.

Overview

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Year of professional experience

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Certification

Work History

Phlebotomy Extern

Otsego Memorial Hospital
Gaylord, MI
12.2022 - 12.2022
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Identified patients using proper procedures prior to specimen collection.
  • Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
  • Maintained fully-stocked phlebotomy cart, carrier and station.
  • Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
  • Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
  • Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
  • Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures and enhance cooperation during blood draws.

Unarmed Security Guard

STT Security
Grayling, MI
04.2022 - 06.2022
  • Communicated with supervisors regarding unusual activity or issues observed among inmates.
  • Surveyed multiple CCTV feeds to closely monitor important areas on grounds.
  • Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
  • Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
  • Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
  • Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
  • Checked and secured building areas during off-hours to prevent entry by unauthorized individuals.

Homemaker

Nonesuch
Grayling, MI
06.2007 - 04.2022
  • Created and balanced budgets to pay bills and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Planned, purchased and prepared meals for clients according to prescribed diets.
  • Aided clients with hygiene maintenance by providing help with bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Consulted and interacted with doctors and nurses to understand medical requirements and care needs of individual clients.
  • Delivered warm companionship with conversation, emotional reassurance and coordination of mentally stimulating activities.

Military Police Soldier

US Army
Fort Riley North, KS
02.2007 - 06.2007
  • Completed regular patrols of assigned areas within operations areas.
  • Enforced military laws and regulations.
  • Patrolled specific areas on foot and on motorized conveyance to respond promptly to calls for assistance.
  • Monitored and investigated suspicious persons, situations and unusual activities.
  • Diffused hostile situations with effective negotiation techniques.

Education

Certificate - Phlebotomy

Kirtland Community College
Grayling, MI
12.2022

GED -

Mio AuSable School
Mio, MI
06.2006

Skills

  • Drawing Blood
  • Sharps Disposal
  • Tray Organization
  • Microsoft Office
  • Problem-Solving
  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Specimen Collection
  • Vacuum Tube and Syringe Use
  • Butterfly Venipuncture

Certification

  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician, Kirtland Community College - 2022
  • Certified Registered Phlebotomy Technician, American Medical Technologists - Jan 2023

Timeline

Phlebotomy Extern

Otsego Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - 12.2022

Unarmed Security Guard

STT Security
04.2022 - 06.2022

Homemaker

Nonesuch
06.2007 - 04.2022

Military Police Soldier

US Army
02.2007 - 06.2007

Certificate - Phlebotomy

Kirtland Community College

GED -

Mio AuSable School
Nicole Read