Sandra Medina
Clifton
Summary
Compassionate caregiver with extensive experience at Serenity Hospicecare, specializing in patient care and emotional support. Known for proficiency in venipuncture and infection control, consistently delivering high-quality service while maintaining a safe environment for clients. Demonstrates a strong commitment to enhancing patient well-being through dedicated support and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Caregiver
Serenity Hospicecare
Springfield
08.2024 - Current
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, vacuuming carpets, and cleaning bathrooms as needed by the patient or family member.
- Provided companionship, emotional support, and comfort to patients and families.
Phlebotomist Technician
Quest Diagnostics
Hackensack
06.2023 - Current
- Performed venipuncture and skin punctures on patients of all ages to collect blood samples for laboratory testing
- Maintained records of patient information, test results and lab activities in accordance with established protocols
- Assisted physicians and nurses with various procedures related to phlebotomy
- Ensured that the proper amount of blood was drawn from each patient by using appropriate techniques and equipment
- Implemented proper patient identification protocol for sample collection
Caregiver
CareFinders
Hackensack
08.2008 - Current
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Hackensack UMC
Hackensack
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms, bathrooms, offices and other areas according to prescribed procedures
- Emptied trash receptacles and disposed of waste materials properly
- Maintained cleaning equipment in a clean and orderly fashion
- Kept storage areas organized and free of clutter by disposing of unused items appropriately
Education
Phlebotomy Technion - EKG
Phlebotomy Technion (PT)
West New York, NJ12.2022
High School Diploma -
Carmelita Arcila
Medillin, Colombia12.1997
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Infection Control
- Quality Control
- Blood collection
- Sample Preparation
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Patient care
- Emotional support
Locations
- Clifton, Clifton, NJ, 07013
- West New York, West New York, NJ
- Hackensack, Hackensack, NJ
- Medillin, Medillin, Colombia
Certification
- Phlebotomy Technion (PT), EKG Technion
Timeline
Hospice Caregiver
Serenity Hospicecare
08.2024 - Current
Phlebotomist Technician
Quest Diagnostics
06.2023 - Current
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Hackensack UMC
08.2022 - 03.2023
Caregiver
CareFinders
08.2008 - Current
Phlebotomy Technion - EKG
Phlebotomy Technion (PT)
High School Diploma -
Carmelita Arcila
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