Tywana Tejada
Charlottesville,Virginia
Summary
Veteran Phlebotomist with proven track record of excellence working in clinic and mobile settings. Expert in all aspects of venipuncture with success in working with difficult or needle-adverse individuals. Care-focused Phlebotomist bringing 7-year background in laboratory settings. Accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomist
Uva Health System
Charlottesville, Virginia
06.2015 - Current
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Packaged and shipped specimens to central lab daily.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks 25-70 times per day.
Home Health Aide
Interim HealthCare
Charlottesville, VA
01.2010 - 06.2015
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Charlottesville High School
Charlottesville, VA06.1998
Skills
- Blood Culturing
- Hemoglobin Testing
- Glucose Screening
- Peak and Trough Tests
- Staff Phlebotomy Training
- Information Gathering
- Patient Identification
- Safety Assurance
- Heel Sticks
- Data Recording
- Team Leader
- Urinalysis Testing
- Monthly Inventory
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- HCA - Home Care Aide
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Uva Health System
06.2015 - Current
Home Health Aide
Interim HealthCare
01.2010 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Charlottesville High School
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- HCA - Home Care Aide
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