Ruby Herrera
Pasadena,Texas
Summary
Certified phlebotomist with hands-on experience in venipuncture, capillary collection, patient preparation, and safe specimen handling. Background in caregiving and clinic support adds reliability, calm communication, and strong attention to patient needs and workplace safety.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Phlebotomist
HCA HEALTHCARE WEST
Houston, Texas
02.2025 - Current
- Collected blood samples via venipuncture and capillary puncture, utilizing syringes and various needle types.
- Executed venipuncture for HCA Healthcare West patients, adhering to specimen collection protocols.
- Placed collection details on blood vials, including collection time, date, and patient name.
- Ensured a hygienic work environment to promote safety and efficiency. and disposed of used needles safely.
Driver
03.2024 - Current
- Deliver amazon packages in my vehicle
Caregiver
Guadalupe Chapa
01.2021 - 10.2025
- I would shower her - clean the ulcers on her body because she had calciphylaxis – help her with peritoneal dialysis – feed her – clean her house
Driver
UBER
Houston, Texas
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Take people to and from their destination
- Help the elderly and handicapped in and out of the vehicle
Clerk
US Renal Care Sharpstown
Houston, Tx
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Receptionist
- Translate for doctors and patients
- Restocked inventory
Caregiver
Ali Shakani
Richmond, Tx
01.2018 - 01.2021
- I change her dipper – shower her – clean the entire house – iron the laundry
- Sit her on the wheelchair – change the sheets of the bed – attend to her family’s needs also
Pawn Broker
Cash America Pawn Shop
Houston, Tx
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Top Sale Representative
- Clean Merchandise and put out inventory
Teacher
Kool Kids
Pasadena, Tx
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Assist students of all ages in all subjects. (Math, Writing and Reading).
- Drive the facility buses.
- Shop for the groceries needed for the facility.
Education
Associates degree - Social Behavior
San Jacinto Central College
01-2020
High school Diploma -
Milby High School
01-2000
Phlebotomy Technician Practicum -
San Jacinto Central College
Continuing education associate’s degree - Register Nurse
Skills
- Good Team player and multitasking capabilities
- Patient preparation
- Time management
- Resolve conflicts
- Able to work independently and as part of team
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Patient care
- Problem solving
- Venipuncture techniques
- Capillary collection
- Blood collection techniques
- Personal protective equipment usage
Skills
Bilingual Spanish and English
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- NHA CERTIFICATE
Timeline
Certified Phlebotomist
HCA HEALTHCARE WEST
02.2025 - Current
Driver
03.2024 - Current
Driver
UBER
03.2024 - 01.2025
Clerk
US Renal Care Sharpstown
03.2021 - 03.2024
Caregiver
Guadalupe Chapa
01.2021 - 10.2025
Caregiver
Ali Shakani
01.2018 - 01.2021
Pawn Broker
Cash America Pawn Shop
08.2016 - 08.2017
Teacher
Kool Kids
08.2015 - 08.2016
Associates degree - Social Behavior
San Jacinto Central College
High school Diploma -
Milby High School
Phlebotomy Technician Practicum -
San Jacinto Central College