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Yolanda Curry

Clarksdale,MS

Summary

Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with background in providing quality patient care. Skills include conducting physical examinations, administering medications and injections, monitoring patient progress and educating patients on health management. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes. Proven track record of remaining calm under pressure while maintaining strong attention to detail.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Phlebotomist

Regional One Health Medical Center
Memphis, Tennessee
08.2016 - Current
  • Collected blood samples from patients using venipuncture and capillary techniques.
  • Processed specimens for laboratory testing in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Educated patients on procedures to alleviate anxiety and ensure comfort during draws.
  • Trained new phlebotomists on best practices and proper use of equipment.
  • Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
  • Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
  • Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
Metairie, Louisiana
01.2014 - Current
  • Collect blood specimens and urine specimen collections for insurance companies. Performed EKG
  • Specialty collections
  • Medical questionaries
  • Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
  • Centrifuged blood specimens in test tubes and capillary tubes to separate cells and sediment from blood serum.

Education

Diploma - License Practical Nurse

Northwest Community College
Senatobia, MS
12-2025

Graduate Certificate - Phlebotomy/EKG

Coahoma Community College
Clarksdale, MS
05-2011

High School Diploma -

Coahoma County High School
Clarksdale, MS
05-2007

Skills

  • Medical documentation
  • Infection control
  • Detailed clinical documentation
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient safety protocols
  • HIPAA compliance

Certification

  • IV Therapy Certified
  • TB Certified Administrator
  • Mental Health Aide

Timeline

Phlebotomist

Regional One Health Medical Center
08.2016 - Current

Phlebotomist

Quest Diagnostics
01.2014 - Current

Diploma - License Practical Nurse

Northwest Community College

Graduate Certificate - Phlebotomy/EKG

Coahoma Community College

High School Diploma -

Coahoma County High School

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