Rachel Ann Sabio
Antioch,CA
Summary
Compassionate phlebotomist possessing relevant experience in fast-paced healthcare environments. Strong abilities in patient care, quality control and data management make for efficient and safe blood collection procedures. Demonstrated skills in building rapport with diverse patients, ensuring comfort during venipuncture processes. Previous roles have resulted in increased efficiency and improved patient satisfaction rates.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist (Externship)
Kaiser Permanente
Livermore, CA
03.2024 - 03.2024
- 994 successful straight needle venipunctures.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Scanning each tube for data entry.
- Maintaining member safety while providing quality patient care.
Nurse Assistant
Rowenaʻs Care home
Waipahu, HI
03.2019 - 02.2022
- Aided with patient daily needs e.g. Baths and meals.
- Transferring patients from a wheelchair to a bed or car.
- Set up daily activities like walking, reading, or arts and crafts.
- Logging patient information, like vital signs, weight, sugar levels, and insulin dosages.
Entertainment
Aulani Disney Resort and Spa
Kapolei, HI
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Help create and maintain the show, whether through performing in our various programs, facilitating character meet-and-greets, or supporting other performers and cast members by supplying and maintaining costumes.
- Working closely with guests by providing information about show schedules, character locations, and visitation times.
- Providing audience control, including handling challenging guest situations by efficient problem-solving and redirecting to ensure safety for other guests and coworkers.
Nurse Assistant
Aloha Nursing and Rehab Center
Kāneʻohe, HI
02.2019 - 03.2019
- Performed bedside assistance: changing diapers and partial bed baths.
- Logged patient information and recorded results into the system.
- Maintained and organized a clean, safe, and comfortable environment by changing linens and clearing passageways.
- Used a hydraulic patient lift to transfer the patient from the wheelchair to the bed and back.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
Phlebotomist
Diagnostic Laboratory Services
Kapolei, HI
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Collected fluid samples by using appropriate toxicology collection procedures.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 40 or more times per day.
- Logged patient information and recorded results into the system using Atrium.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses or physicians of discrepancies between the order and nursing station logs.
- Maintained exam rooms by ordering supplies, transporting specimens, washing and packing instruments, and changing solutions.
- Using appropriate post-venipuncture and miscellaneous specimen procedures by centrifuging, refrigerating, or freezing specimens.
Sales Associate and Cashier
T&C Surf Designs
Haleiwa, HI
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Reviewed and resolved differences between accounting information and the cash drawer.
- Reconciled the cash drawer at the start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
- Restocked, arranged, and organized merchandise in front lanes to drive product sales.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction, and sales numbers.
Education
Phlebotomy -
Contra Costa Medical Career College
CA03.2024
Nurse Assistant -
Health Care School of Hawaiʻi
ʻAiea, HI05.2019
B.S. - Biology
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
Honolulu, HI05.2018
A.S. - Natural Science
Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HI05.2016
High School Diploma -
Moanalua High School
Honolulu, HI05.2013
Skills
- Blood collection
- Specimen handling
- Patient care assistance
- Attention to detail
- Effective teamwork
- Adaptability in settings
- Quality assurance
Timeline
Phlebotomist (Externship)
Kaiser Permanente
03.2024 - 03.2024
Nurse Assistant
Rowenaʻs Care home
03.2019 - 02.2022
Nurse Assistant
Aloha Nursing and Rehab Center
02.2019 - 03.2019
Phlebotomist
Diagnostic Laboratory Services
01.2018 - 01.2019
Entertainment
Aulani Disney Resort and Spa
01.2015 - 01.2020
Sales Associate and Cashier
T&C Surf Designs
01.2014 - 01.2016
Phlebotomy -
Contra Costa Medical Career College
Nurse Assistant -
Health Care School of Hawaiʻi
B.S. - Biology
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
A.S. - Natural Science
Leeward Community College
High School Diploma -
Moanalua High School