Syerra Haywood
Paterson,NJ
Summary
During this year of senior year I was a student who shadowed at hospitals and gained valuable experience by observing medical procedures and patient care. During this time, I also worked as a phlebotomy intern for 6 weeks, where I learned to draw blood and interact with patients under the supervision of an experienced professional. Additionally, at the end I earned my Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, which allowed me to provide basic patient care, and my Phlebotomy certification, which qualified me to perform blood draws independently. This combination of hands-on experience and certifications has prepared me well for a career in healthcare.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Phlebotomy Intern
Phlebotomists
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear, or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
Shadowing Student
St Joseph Hospital
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Observed hands on and medical procedures job actions.
- Followed industry professionals to learn and observe a variety of medical procedures and patient interactions, learning appropriate medical issues and best practices for task completion.
- Connected coursework with current events, helped me gain insights of the workflow, decision making process, and patient care strategies.
- Incorporated real-world examples and case studies during shadowing experience, often took detailed notes and discussed them with mentors to deepen my understanding.
Education
High School Diploma - Nursing Assistance
Paterson Steam High School
Paterson, NJ06.2024
Skills
- Vein selection
- Order of draw
- Venipuncture
- Blood collection techniques
- Needle disposal
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Infection Control
- Patient Care
- Patient preparation
- Specimen Preparation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Specimen handling
- Sample and specimen collection
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Phlebotomy Intern
Phlebotomists
03.2024 - 05.2024
Shadowing Student
St Joseph Hospital
11.2023 - 04.2024
High School Diploma - Nursing Assistance
Paterson Steam High School