Veronica Brady
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Healthcare support professional with hands-on experience in patient care, vital sign monitoring, venipuncture, and specimen preparation across clinical and laboratory settings. Known for accurate documentation, efficient EMR support, and office coordination that help maintain safe patient care and reliable day-to-day operations.
Overview
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1
Certification
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
certified nurses assistant
Avalon Health Care Center
Tacoma, Washington
01.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Assisted Avalon Health Care Center residents with bathing, dressing, and grooming needs.
Private Certified Nurses Assistant PRN
Jenice Freeman
Tacoma, Washington
02.1996 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Provided meal assistance and recorded food and fluid intake.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Phlebotomist
Settle Veterans Hospital
Seattle, Washington
01.2022 - 12.2025
- Performed blood draws on patients of all ages in a safe and efficient manner.
- Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.
- Followed strict guidelines for proper specimen storage and transportation of collected specimens to laboratory facilities.
- Labeled specimens and prepared samples for laboratory transport and testing.
Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist
Northwest Medical Specialties
Puyallup, WA
11.2020 - 12.2024
- Collected venous and capillary blood samples in hospital laboratory settings.
- Verified patient identity using requisitions and laboratory orders.
- Cleaned, maintained and calibrated laboratory and field equipment to ensure continuous accuracy and functionality.
- Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment.
- Assisted in training new personnel on proper use of laboratory equipment or techniques.
Donor Specialist
Cascade Regional Blood Services
Tacoma, WA
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Registered donors to facilitate the blood donation process.
- Performed vitals intake to assess donor health and eligibility.
- Performed HCT testing to evaluate donor eligibility.
- Conducted venipuncture draws from donors to collect blood samples.
- Record the history of the potential donor
- Process the blood to be sent out by courier to local hospitals
Shipping and Receiving Customer Service
SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Memphis, TN
02.2015 - 12.2018
- Shipping and receiving Customer Service.
- Answered phones and received shipping and receiving reports to ensure accurate tracking.
- Filed shipping reports efficiently and returned calls to instructors promptly.
- Sent emails to coordinate dock activities, Organize the dock.
- Managed customer relations and provided customer service through effective daily communication.
- Handled cash and returns.
- Opened store for daily operations Western Union Money orders.
Hospital Housekeeper
Good Samaritan Hospital
Puyallup, WA
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families and medical staff.
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards and other harmful substances.
- Engaged with hospital staff, patients, and families to foster positive relationships and enhance customer service.
- Managed daily disposal of trash and recyclables to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
- Maintained clean and polished building entryway glass to ensure a welcoming and professional appearance.
Office Manager
Hope Church
St. Louis, MO
02.1998 - 04.2003
- Supported meetings through preparation of materials and accurate minute taking for stakeholder reference.
- Enhanced collaboration between team members by preparing meeting materials and taking clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling and itinerary management for clients and personnel, ensuring efficient use of time.
- Managed office inventory processes, including ordering, requisitions, stocking, and receiving shipments to maintain supply levels.
Nursing Assistant Certified
St. Louis Garden View Care Center
St. Louis, MO
07.1987 - 02.2003
- Recorded vitals and administered medications
- Assisted residents with feeding, clothing, bathing, and other basic life needs
- Provided support to residents' needs by ensuring comfort and care to ensure comfort and care
Education
Associates - Social Work
Southwest Community College
Memphis, TN12-2018
G.E.D -
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA05-2018
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Clover Park Technical College
Tacoma, WA03-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Clover Park
Lakewood, WA12-1991
Certificate of Technical Studies - Certified Nursing Assistant
St Louis Job Corp
Job Corp02-1985
Skills
- Phlebotomy expertise
- Vital signs assessment capabilities
- Patient care approaches
- Infection control training
- (EMR) systems knowledge
- Basic lab procedures
- Medical records management
- Medical office operational experience
- Scheduling in medical environments
- Microsoft Office applications skills
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Patient advocacy techniques
Personal Information
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
- Certified Nurses Assistant Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certified , CPR Certification, Food Handler Certification, Certified Phlebotomy Technician, BLS Certification
Timeline
certified nurses assistant
Avalon Health Care Center
01.2023 - Current
Certified Phlebotomist
Settle Veterans Hospital
01.2022 - 12.2025
Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist
Northwest Medical Specialties
11.2020 - 12.2024
Donor Specialist
Cascade Regional Blood Services
06.2020 - 07.2021
Shipping and Receiving Customer Service
SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY COLLEGE
02.2015 - 12.2018
Hospital Housekeeper
Good Samaritan Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2010
Office Manager
Hope Church
02.1998 - 04.2003
Private Certified Nurses Assistant PRN
Jenice Freeman
02.1996 - Current
Nursing Assistant Certified
St. Louis Garden View Care Center
07.1987 - 02.2003
Associates - Social Work
Southwest Community College
G.E.D -
Tacoma Community College
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Clover Park Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Clover Park
Certificate of Technical Studies - Certified Nursing Assistant
St Louis Job Corp