Shkeia Watson
Birmingham
Summary
Professional healthcare worker with robust experience in drawing blood and handling specimens. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring efficient and reliable service. Skilled in venipuncture, patient care, and maintaining sterile environments, with focus on achieving results and high standards. Dependable and prepared to contribute to patient care and diagnostic accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
American Red Cross
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Collected blood samples efficiently while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of donations and conducted preliminary health screenings.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate donation schedules and processes.
- Monitored inventory of supplies, ensuring availability for all scheduled donation events.
- Educated donors on post-donation care to promote health and safety awareness.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
Bus Driver
Ace Parking
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Operated transit buses safely, adhering to traffic regulations and company policies.
- Navigated designated routes efficiently, ensuring timely passenger arrivals at various destinations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and maintenance compliance.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and disembarking, providing exceptional customer service.
- Addressed passenger inquiries and concerns promptly, enhancing overall travel experience.
- Monitored fuel levels and managed inventory of supplies for seamless operations.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to communicate delays or route changes effectively.
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
CNA
Chugiak-eagle River Senior Center
03.2016 - 08.2017
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Implemented personalized care plans to enhance resident well-being and satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident living areas and common spaces.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and patient care protocols effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to provide holistic support for residents' needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
Scranton, PANo Degree - Basic Life Support
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, Alabama, ALCertificate - Phlebotomy
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, Alabama, AL05-2025
Certificate - Phlebotomy
U.S College
San Diego, CA12-2019
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Order of draw
- Patient care
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
- Butterfly needle technique
- HIPAA compliance
- Blood collection techniques
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Patient support
- Capillary puncture
- Data entry
- Infection control
- Clean driving record
- Safety-focused
- Safety practices
- Defensive driving
- Problem-solving
- DOT regulations
- Passenger safety
Accomplishments
I am certified in BLS.
I have Class A commercial license.
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Phlebotomist
American Red Cross
01.2020 - 06.2022
Bus Driver
Ace Parking
01.2018 - 01.2020
CNA
Chugiak-eagle River Senior Center
03.2016 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
No Degree - Basic Life Support
Jefferson State Community College
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Jefferson State Community College
Certificate - Phlebotomy
U.S College