Rochelle VanGorder
Healthcare
Molalla,Oregon
Summary
Dynamic and enthusiastic healthcare professional with nearly twenty years of extensive experience across diverse settings. Recognized for exceptional interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic, and unwavering dedication to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering positive relationships with colleagues and patients. Proven ability to adapt quickly to new challenges, maintaining a collaborative spirit that contributes to team success in fast-paced environments. Committed to continuous professional growth and enhancing the overall patient experience through compassionate service, with specialized expertise as a highly skilled phlebotomist proficient in collecting and processing blood specimens for analysis.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center
06.2008 - Current
- Performed venipuncture and capillary draws accurately to prioritize patient comfort and safety.
- Joined forces with healthcare teams to accelerate specimen collection processes, boosting workflow efficiency.
- Managed accurate patient records and laboratory documentation, confirming alignment with regulatory standards.
- Adopted optimal infection control and safety measures for blood draw procedures.
- superior driving record to conduct home-based phlebotomy through Kaiser Home Health Service.
- Enhanced patient comfort by maintaining a calm and professional demeanor during blood draw procedures.
- Validated blood and specimen collection orders, alerting nurses, or physicians of discrepancies between order and nursing station logs.
- Reviewed and established ideal venipuncture site to alleviate patient discomfort during blood collection procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health Studies: Administration (Minor in Business)
Portland State University
Portland, OR 09.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - General Studies
Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, OR 09.2017 - 06.2024
Clinical Laboratory Assistant Program
Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, OR 09.2006 - 06.2008
Skills
- Analytical problem-solving under pressure
- Multitasking with control
- Team building and brainstorming for ideas
- Organized and efficient
- Excellent communication skills
- Quality control
- Proper labeling techniques
Certification
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician, ASCP - Expires in 2028
- Basic Life Support CPR & AED, AHA- Expires in 2028
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health Studies: Administration (Minor in Business)
Portland State University
09.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - General Studies
Clackamas Community College
09.2017 - 06.2024
Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center
06.2008 - Current
Clinical Laboratory Assistant Program
Clackamas Community College
09.2006 - 06.2008
AWARDS
Laboratory trainer in both inpatient & Outpatient settings, Unit-based team member and current elected co-lead, Workplace Health & Safety elected in Inpatient & Outpatient, Flu Champion & COVID Trained.
National Honors Society: Tau Sigma at Portland State University
Member of National Honor Society, Tau Sigma, at Portland State University GPA: 3.6