Taneisha Williams
Summary
Highly-skilled phlebotomist with 14 years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Phlebotomist
Grady Memorial Hospital
01.2019 - 10.2023
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
CNA
Caring Hands United, INC
07.2018 - 04.2020
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Patient Care Technician
Essential Medical Care
02.2014 - 06.2019
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
CNA
Christie's Home Health
08.2012 - 01.2016
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Phlebotomist
Augusta University Medical Center
06.2011 - 01.2013
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with patients, staff and clinical personnel to build trust and camaraderie.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Collected blood samples in accordance with laboratory protocols and regulations.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
Education
No Degree - CNA PCT EKG Phlebotomy
Faks Allied Health
Atlanta, GA01.2018
High School Diploma -
Palm Beach Lakes High School
West Palm Beach, FL05.2002
Skills
- Infection Control
- Data Entry
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Confidentiality
- Medical terminology knowledge
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Grady Memorial Hospital
01.2019 - 10.2023
CNA
Caring Hands United, INC
07.2018 - 04.2020
Patient Care Technician
Essential Medical Care
02.2014 - 06.2019
CNA
Christie's Home Health
08.2012 - 01.2016
Phlebotomist
Augusta University Medical Center
06.2011 - 01.2013
No Degree - CNA PCT EKG Phlebotomy
Faks Allied Health
High School Diploma -
Palm Beach Lakes High School