Saraya Gist
Ypsilanti
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with a strong background in direct patient care, medication administration, and wound care. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and educate patients, ensuring adherence to care plans. Aiming to leverage clinical skills to contribute to high-quality patient care in a dynamic healthcare setting..
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ciena Healthcare
Canton, MI
11.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans to meet specific patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Lab Technician
Trinity Health
Ypsilanti, MI
05.2023 - 11.2025
- Pediatric Phlebotomy
- Specimen Processing
- Patient Communication
- Problem Solving
- Registration
- Prepared samples for analysis, ensuring accurate labeling and documentation.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to support patient care initiatives.
- Analyzed test results and recorded data in laboratory information systems.
Clinical Student Nurse
DMC Harper University Hospital
Detroit, MI
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessment
- Wound Care
- Glucose Monitoring
- ADL’s
- Provided patient care under supervision of registered nurses and physicians.
- Assisted in administering medications and monitoring patient vital signs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
Clinical Student Nurse
Regency at Canton
Canton, MI
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Medication administration.
- Wound care.
- Patient admissions.
- Bladder scanning.
- Catheter irrigation.
- Glucose Monitoring.
- Provided patient care under supervision of registered nurses and physicians.
- Assisted in administering medications and monitoring patient vital signs.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
Phlebotomist
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Pediatric Phlebotomy
- Newborn Screenings
- Patient Transport
- Patient Communication
- Collected blood samples from patients using proper phlebotomy techniques.
- Maintained accurate patient records and sample labeling for testing.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
Patient Attendant
Manpower
Ann Arbor, MI
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborative Care
- Patient Centered Care
- Advocacy
- Assisted patients with personal care and daily living activities.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to patients and families.
- Responded promptly to patient calls and addressed their needs effectively.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team members regarding patient needs.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - PN
Hondros College Of Nursing
Bingham Farm, MI09.2025
Skills
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Physical assessment
- ADL assistance
- Pain management
Certification
CPR Certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ciena Healthcare
11.2025 - Current
Clinical Student Nurse
DMC Harper University Hospital
04.2025 - 07.2025
Clinical Student Nurse
Regency at Canton
01.2025 - 03.2025
Lab Technician
Trinity Health
05.2023 - 11.2025
Phlebotomist
University of Michigan
10.2022 - 01.2024
Patient Attendant
Manpower
06.2020 - 12.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse - PN
Hondros College Of Nursing
Employment History
- Lab Technician, Trinity Health, 5301 McAuley Dr, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197, 05/15/25, Current, Pediatric Phlebotomy, Specimen Processing, Patient Communication, Problem Solving, Registration
- Phlebotomist, University of Michigan, 1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109, 10/10/22, 01/18/24, Pediatric Phlebotomy, Newborn Screenings, Patient Transport, Patient Communication
- Patient Attendant, Manpower, 173 Parkland Plaza, Suite D, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, 06/20/20, 12/12/20, Collaborative Care, Patient Centered Care, Advocacy
- Clinical Experience, DMC Harper University Hospital, 3990 John R St, Detroit, MI, 48201, 04/07/25, 07/20/25, Medication Administration, Patient Assessment, Wound Care, Glucose Monitoring, ADL’s
- Clinical Experience, Regency at Canton, 45900 Geddes Rd, Canton, MI, 48188, 01/07/25, 03/20/25, Med Administration, Wound Care, Patient Admissions, Bladder Scanning, Catheter Irrigation, Glucose Monitoring
Certifications
- Certificate of Training- Phlebotomy Technician, Phlebotomy Training Specialist, 10/06/21
- NHCO Certified Phlebotomy Technician, National Healthcare Certification Organization, 10/06/21, 10/31/25
- Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Board of Nursing- Practical Nurse License: 10/27/2025- 10/27/2027
License Number: 4703132145
References
- Saraya Gist, 6437 Lupin Ct, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197, 734-709-6770, gistsaraya058@gmail.com
- Sharon Petty, Supervisor, sharon.petty@trinity-health.org, 5301 McAuley Dr, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197, 734-712-5184
- Ashley Clemens, Manager, ashley.clemens@trinity-health.org, 5301 McAuley Dr, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197, 734-712-5184
- Melissa Reed, Section Leader, melissa.reed@trinity-health.org, 5301 McAuley Dr, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197, 734-712-5184
Profile
Experienced Phlebotomy Technician, Lab Technician and patient attendant with four years of experience working in both the clinical and inpatient setting. Cared for patients of all ages, ethnicities and backgrounds. I am seeking a new, challenging, and exciting role where I can contribute my skills, knowledge and experience to help the well-being of patients during their time of vulnerability.
CPR Certified
Ability to provide life-saving emergency resuscitation.