Tyiesha Jenkins
Clinton,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented Phlebotomist with strong track record in painless venipuncture. Highly familiar with centrifugation and aliquoting procedures and medical terminology. Responsible and hardworking professional dedicated to using compassionate and caring approach to provide outstanding services to patients.
Compassionate Phlebotomist known for maintaining high productivity levels and efficiently completing tasks. Specialize in venipuncture, specimen collection, and patient communication, ensuring comfort and clarity during procedures. Excel in time management, adaptability, and empathy, skills that enhance patient experience and streamline laboratory operations.
Compassionate CNA known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Christwood Retirement Community
Covington, LA
03.2021 - Current
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Phlebotomist
Blood Center
Clinton , LA
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Performed quality control tests on collected specimens.
- Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing laboratory procedures.
- Prepared specimens for transport to external laboratories.
- Documented patient information into electronic medical records system.
- Educated patients on proper blood draw techniques.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
DSW Worker
Options Inc
Hammond, LA
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Monitored clients' medical conditions and reported changes or concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Provided transportation assistance for clients who need assistance getting from one place to another.
- Provided direct clinical services to individuals with disabilities and their families.
- Assisted clients in developing independent living skills, such as budgeting, nutrition, household management and personal hygiene.
- Attended workshops, training sessions on topics related to disability supports, services.
- Maintained accurate records of client information in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Developed positive relationships with community providers in order to enhance service delivery.
- Facilitated group activities, such as social skills development, problem solving and communication strategies.
- Communicated effectively both orally and written with a variety of stakeholders including clients, families, teachers, administrators.
- Participated in quality assurance activities designed to improve program effectiveness.
- Advocates for clients by attending meetings with school districts or other agencies regarding educational placements and services.
- Participated in case conferences to review client progress.
- Collaborated with human and social service agencies to generate referrals to facilitate services.
- Assisted clients with meeting individual support plan goals, daily living skills, vocational training and medication management.
- Transported clients to and from community gatherings and scheduled appointments.
Education
GED -
Desire School of Phlebotomy
Independence 03-2019
High School Diploma -
Ponchatoula High School
Ponchatoula, LA05-2017
Skills
- Toileting assistance
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Infection control procedures
- Collecting specimens
- Electronic Charting
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Inpatient Care
- Outpatient Care
- Pediatric Care
- Bedside manner
- Geriatric Care
- Specimen Collection
- Infection Control
- Donor screening
- Venipuncture
- Specimen Preparation
- Blood collection
- Patient support
- Sanitation and sterilization
- HIPAA Compliance
- Diagnostic Testing
Timeline
CNA
Christwood Retirement Community
03.2021 - Current
Phlebotomist
Blood Center
01.2019 - 03.2021
DSW Worker
Options Inc
05.2018 - 10.2021
GED -
Desire School of Phlebotomy
High School Diploma -
Ponchatoula High School