Tricia Slocum Thurber
Brocton
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive experience at Community Blood Bank and Private Care. Expert in blood collection and patient care, I excel in fostering client relationships and ensuring safety compliance. My proactive approach and effective communication skills enhance patient comfort and support, making a positive impact in every interaction.
Extensive experience caring for individuals with disabilities, including TBI.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Private Care
Fredonia
08.2008 - Current
- Coordinated transportation and scheduling for medical appointments and outings.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding client well-being and care needs.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
Lead Phlebotomist
Community Blood Bank
Erie
12.2022 - 05.2025
- Supervised daily phlebotomy operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new staff on blood collection procedures and patient care techniques.
- Provided guidance and support during difficult specimen collections as needed.
- Performed phlebotomy procedures on patients in a professional, safe and timely manner.
- Observed patient for unusual reactions or events to take appropriate action under established guidelines.
- Maintained patient comfort and safety throughout the phlebotomy process.
Education
GED -
Boces
Olean, NY09-2000
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Bryant And Stratton College
Getzville, NYSkills
- Blood collection
- Patient care
- Medical scheduling
- Safety compliance
- Emergency response
- Client relations
- Home health support
- Care coordination
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Team leadership
- Direct patient care
- Adaptive equipment use
- Patient management
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medical records management
- Client transportation
- Transportation assistance
- Activities of daily living support
- Behavior redirection
- Disability advocacy
- Disability knowledge
Affiliations
- EMT
- Firefighter
- Photographer
- Foster Parent
Timeline
Lead Phlebotomist
Community Blood Bank
12.2022 - 05.2025
Personal Care Assistant
Private Care
08.2008 - Current
GED -
Boces
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Bryant And Stratton College